Jerry Brewer of the Orlando Sentinel reports: Last night, Orlando Magic forward Drew Gooden returned to the team after a 5-game absense from a big right toe injury in their 118-113 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

However, Gooden was a bit rusty with only 8 points and 2 rebounds in 20 minutes of action.

"I promised myself if I could jump and run down the court, I'd play," said Gooden.

Gooden said the layoff affected his play.