The Sixers will get a boost to their depleted lineup on Thursday night as Tobias Harris returns after being out for the last 10 days due to COVID-19. Via Sean Barnard of Philly Sports Network:

Harris is easily Philly's second-best player behind Joel Embiid, who is also out due to the virus. The forward has been a key part of their success so far, especially with Ben Simmons out of the picture right now. Harris is averaging 19 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game for the 8-4 Sixers.

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However, Doc Rivers' squad is still dealing with other notable absences. Aside from Embiid, Seth Curry is questionable for Thursday's showdown with the Raptors due to a foot injury. Matisse Thybulle is also in protocols. Harris tested positive for COVID-19 just 40 minutes before their game against the Blazers on November 1st, but he is fully vaccinated.

The Sixers have lost two straight to the Knicks and Bucks, which is no surprise given how many players weren't available. Toronto meanwhile is on a four-game losing skid. While Tyrese Maxey has filled in wonderfully at PG, Harris is the team's best playmaker this season and has essentially worked as a point forward.

The Sixers are slowly but surely getting back to full strength and having Harris back in the fold is huge.