Philadelphia head coach Nick Nurse said Sunday that Covington (knee) hasn't been cleared to practice, Austin Krell of USA Today reports. "Not much light at the end of that tunnel," Nurse said, in reference to when Covington might be available.

EDGE Analysis

Covington hasn't played since Dec. 30 due to a left knee bone bruise, and based on the pessimistic tone of Nurse's comments, the veteran forward's return doesn't appear to be imminent. The 76ers announced Jan. 24 that Covington was scheduled to be re-evaluated in 3-to-4 weeks, but that timeline shouldn't be viewed as an indicator of when he might be ready to return. Even if Covington isn't cleared to resume on-court activity coming out of the All-Star break, he'll likely need a full week's worth of workouts to get his conditioning back in order following a prolonged absence. Covington will likely be in line for only a minor role in the Philadelphia rotation once he's cleared to play.

Covington (knee) will be re-evaluated in 3-to-4 weeks, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Based on this re-evaluation date, Covington looks as though he'll be sidelined through the All-Star break after showing limited improvement over the past three weeks while receiving treatment to address inflammation and bone bruising in his left knee. Even before sustaining the injury, Covington had been a fringe member of the rotation. His continued absence could nonetheless continue to open up room on the second unit for Marcus Morris (foot) and Danuel House.

Covington (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Covington will miss a 10th straight game. He doesn't have a clear return timetable, but his next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Indiana.

Covington (knee) won't travel with the 76ers for the next two games on their road trip, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

EDGE Analysis

Covington has already missed Philadelphia's last seven contests and will be sidelined for at least two more due to left knee inflammation. However, coach Nick Nurse did indicate that Covington is trending upward in his recovery. The veteran forward's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Spurs.

Covington (knee) will not play in Tuesday's game against Denver.

EDGE Analysis

Covington will be sidelined for a seventh straight game, and it remains unclear when he'll get the green light to return. His next chance to play is Friday against Orlando.

Covington (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

EDGE Analysis

Covington was unable to participate in Sunday's practice session and will be forced to sit out a sixth consecutive game due to left knee inflammation. He appears to be day-to-day for now, but it's unclear when he'll be able to return to game action.

Coach Nick Nurse said Covington (knee) didn't participate in Sunday's practice, Austin Krell of USA Today reports.

EDGE Analysis

Philadelphia seems to be viewing Covington as day-to-day with left knee inflammation, but his lack of activity in Sunday's practice doesn't bode well for his chances of suiting up Monday against the Rockets. Covington has been a fringe member of the 76ers' rotation since being acquired from the Clippers on Oct. 31, appearing in 26 games with his new team while averaging 4.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals, 0.7 assists, 0.7 three-pointers and 0.6 blocks in 16.0 minutes per contest.

Covington (knee) won't play in Friday's game versus Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

Covington will miss his fifth straight game Friday due to a knee injury. Marcus Morris, Kelly Oubre and Danuel House could see extended minutes in his absence. Covington's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Houston.

Covington has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Atlanta due to left knee swelling, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Covington missed back-to-back games due to an illness but returned to practice Monday. However, he'll now be sidelined by a knee injury. The extent of the injury remains unclear, but his next chance to suit up will come Friday versus the Kings.

Covington (illness) practiced Monday, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

EDGE Analysis

Covington has missed back-to-back games due to an illness, but he's trending in the right direction ahead of Wednesday's matchup in Atlanta. However, his status for that game likely won't be released until Tuesday afternoon.