Joel Embiid News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid change that is unlocking the 76ers' recent hot stretch Joel Embiid has been playing a style of basketball that has been seriously elevating the performance of the Philadelphia 76ers.

2 HOURS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Iffy for Wednesday Embiid (knee, ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Washington.

Impact The 76ers are considering giving Embiid a maintenance day for left knee injury management, though the star big man is also dealing with right ankle soreness. If he needs to sit out Wednesday, Andre Drummond would make sense as a plug-and-play fantasy option while Adem Bona handles backup center duties.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Embiid accumulated 32 points (13-22 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block in 40 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Embiid continues to look more fluid on the court and his workloads are trending up. As long as his knees keep responding well, he could be in line for a strong second half of the regular season. Over his last four games, he's averaging 28.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.0 blocks.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brown's goaltended layup in OT lifts short-handed Nuggets over 76ers 125-124

Bruce Brown scores 19 points, including the winning bucket in overtime, to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 125-124 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night

21 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Cleared to play Monday Embiid (knee/ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact As expected, Embiid will shake off his probable tag due to left knee injury management and right ankle soreness. The star big man has appeared in five of the Sixers' last six games, averaging 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 blocks in 33.8 minutes per contest during that span.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Injuries strip the shine of a game that 76ers fans have circled for years The 76ers' matchup against the Nuggets on Monday night has lost momentum with Nikola Jokic's absence preventing a showdown with Joel Embiid.

1 DAY AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers fans are hesitant to trust Joel Embiid again But he's playing well enough that they just might have to.

1 DAY AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. Nuggets? Game status for 76ers star | Sporting News Michael Kaskey-Blomain

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Philadelphia faces Denver, aims for 4th straight win

Philadelphia hosts Denver aiming to prolong its three-game win streak

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Probable for Monday Embiid (knee) is probable for Monday's matchup with the Nuggets.

Impact Embiid is on track to play in his fourth consecutive game Monday. Managers can expect to get official confirmation on Embiid's status closer to Monday's tip.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joel Embiid offers hilarious one-liner after win vs. Knicks | Sporting News Embiid taunted Knicks fans after Saturday's victory.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Joel Embiid takes jab at Knicks fans after big night in New York | Sporting News Joel Embiid was feeling the vibes at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, as the Philadelphia 76ers took care of the New York Knicks.

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NBA star Joel Embiid shares wild reaction after beating Knicks The Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the biggest surprises of the 2025-26 NBA season, and it's because of the development of their two yo...

2 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Knicks nemesis Joel Embiid gets last laugh in MSG return following 2024 playoff rampage He was some amalgamation of Wilt Chamberlain and Ivan Drago.

2 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

Double-double in win Embiid closed with 26 points (9-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-12 FT), 10 rebounds and five assists across 33 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 win over the Knicks.

Impact Embiid notched his third double-double of the season with an efficient showing from the field while repeatedly getting to the free-throw line. The 76ers have carefully managed the oft-injured center, and while he's been productive when available, his 6.8 rebounds per game through 16 appearances sits well below his career norm and would be the lowest mark of his career, with his previous low being 7.8 boards in 31 contests as a rookie in 2016-17. Embiid has appeared in all three games over the past five days, so it remains to be seen whether Philadelphia opts to rest him in Monday's matchup against Denver.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maxey scores 36 points and the 76ers win again in New York, beating the Knicks 130-119

Tyrese Maxey scored 36 points, Joel Embiid and VJ Edgecombe each had 26 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the New York Knicks 130-119 on Saturday night for their third straight victo...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Tyrese Maxey Was BALLING With 36 PTS vs Knicks | January 3, 2026

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Available for Saturday Embiid (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Embiid was able to shed his probable tag for this contest. Over his last two appearances, Embiid has posted averages of 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists, 1.5 blocks and 0.5 three-pointers over his last two games.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. Knicks? Game status for 76ers star | Sporting News Embiid has played in 15 games for Philly this season.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tyrese Maxey: 'Joel Embiid was really the first person to believe in me' | Sporting News Will Maxey, George, Embiid and Edgecombe have playoff success together?

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nick Nurse finally granted Joel Embiid wish if latest report comes to fruition Nick Nurse is in his third year as the Philadelphia 76ers head coach, and only now is he finally receiving the Joel Embiid hope he has alway...

3 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers' Joel Embiid admits he is returning to his prime after a difficult stretch of injuries The Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid commented on how he felt and how he was returning to his prime level after coming back from his inju...

3 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Probable for Saturday Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Knicks.

Impact The 76ers continue to include Embiid on the injury report due to right knee injury management, though he's likely to suit up in his third consecutive contest Saturday. The star big man has scored at least 22 points in six straight appearances, averaging 29.2 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.3 blocks in 33.0 minutes per game over that stretch.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tyrese Maxey scores 34 in strong all-around showing as 76ers beat Mavs 123-108

Tyrese Maxey had 34 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds, Joel Embiid added 22 points and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Dallas Mavericks 123-108

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Chips in 22 points in win Embiid finished Thursday's 123-108 win over Dallas with 22 points (9-18 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one block over 35 minutes.

Impact Embiid scored 14 of his 22 points in the first half and finished Thursday's game as the 76ers' third-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (34 points) and VJ Edgecombe (23 points). Embiid has been working through knee and ankle injuries as of late, but he has played 38 and 35 minutes in each of his last two outings. The 76ers will conclude their five-game road trip Saturday against the Knicks.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Brown's goaltended layup in OT lifts short-handed Nuggets over 76ers 125-124

Philadelphia faces Denver, aims for 4th straight win

Maxey scores 36 points and the 76ers win again in New York, beating the Knicks 130-119

Tyrese Maxey scores 34 in strong all-around showing as 76ers beat Mavs 123-108