Joel Embiid News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Ruled out Tuesday Embiid (rest) will not play Tuesday against the Suns.

Impact This is an expected update, as Embiid has not been cleared for back-to-backs. During Monday's win over the Pacers, the big man recorded 30 points (10-17 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds and four assists over 33 minutes. As for Tuesday, the 76ers will likely lean on Adem Bona and Andre Drummond at center.

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76ers' rookie V.J. Edgecombe rocks the rim and the crowd with posterized dunk over Indiana

VJ Edgecombe has made a splash in his rookie season with the 76ers

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Tyrese Maxey celebrates 1st All-Star game starting nod with 29 points in 76ers' win over Pacers

Tyrese Maxey had 29 points and eight steals after being named an All-Star starter for the first time

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Game-high 30 points Monday Embiid posted 30 points (10-17 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds and four assists over 33 minutes during the 76ers' 113-104 win over the Pacers on Monday.

Impact Embiid scored 20 of his game-high 30 points in the second half and had 10 attempts at the charity stripe for a second consecutive game. The 2023-24 MVP appears to have hit his stride since missing extended time earlier in the season due to knee and ankle injuries. Since Jan. 1, Embiid has connected on 53.8 percent of his field-goal attempts while averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 0.9 threes and 0.8 blocks over 32.5 minutes per game.

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Cleared to play Monday Embiid (knee/illness) is available and starting Monday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Embiid has managed to shed his questionable tag and is listed in the starting lineup for Monday's matchup. He's been producing at a high level offensively over his last five games, averaging 26.0 points while hitting 51.2 percent of his attempts from the field during this stretch.

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Are Joel Embiid and Paul George playing today, Jan. 19, for 76ers vs Pacers? The Philadelphia 76ers face the Indiana Pacers in an NBA regular-season matchup that could be key for both teams, and a major question emerg...

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Pacers vs. 76ers injury report Jan. 19: Joel Embiid, Paul George, and more The Indiana Pacers and Philadelphia 76ers will go head-to-head for the second time this season on Monday night.

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Sixers May Be Without Two Stars Against Pacers on MLK Jr. Day Joel Embiid and Paul George are both listed as questionable to play against the Indiana Pacers on Monday, while Jared McCain is doubtful.

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Questionable to face Indiana Embiid is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers due to left knee injury management.

Impact Embiid may miss the front end of this back-to-back set as the Sixers continue to manage his availability. The star big man has yet to suit up in both halves of a back-to-back this season, so he'll likely sit out one of Philadelphia's next two outings. Over eight appearances this month, Embiid has averaged 26.3 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 32.3 minutes per game.

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Drops 33 points in loss Embiid totaled 33 points (10-22 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 11-12 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one block in 33 minutes during Friday's 117-115 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Embiid continued his strong run of play Friday, though it wasn't enough to lift the 76ers to a win. The big man has raised his level as of late, averaging 27.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 27.5 minutes per game over his past 10 appearances. While his three-point shooting has lagged at 25.3 percent from deep across 22 games this season, Embiid has otherwise been highly effective when on the floor.

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Sixers Cough Up Another at Home as Cavaliers Sweep Mini Series in Philadelphia Joel Embiid corrected his mistakes from the first game of this mini series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. But Tyrese Maxey had few answers...

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Good to go Friday Embiid (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Embiid was previously listed as probable due to left knee injury management but has officially been cleared to play Friday. The big man has been operating at a high level of late, averaging 26.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.1 blocks in 32.6 minutes across his past 10 appearances.

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Joel Embiid passes 2 unlikely career milestones on the same night The former MVP scored his 13,000th Career Point and passed 15,000 career minutes in a recent loss to Cleveland.

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Is Joel Embiid playing vs. Cavaliers tonight? Game status for 76ers star | Sporting News Embiid has played in 21 games this season for Philly.

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Tagged as probable for Friday Embiid is probable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers due to left knee injury management, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Embiid is back on the injury report after also being considered probable leading up to Wednesday's matchup. If all goes according to plan, he should be good to go Friday.

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Is Joel Embiid really back to All-Star form? 76ers proceed carefully as he avoids injury bug

Joel Embiid is making a comeback with the 76ers, playing consistently without minutes restrictions for the first time since his MVP season in 2022-23

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76ers booed off the court in 133-107 loss to Cavaliers Joel Embiid reaches 13,000 career points

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Mitchell has 35 points to power Cavs past 76ers 133-107 but Garland exits with foot injury

Donovan Mitchell scored 35 points, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 133-107 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night

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Joel Embiid hits 76ers franchise milestone against Cavaliers | Sporting News More franchise history for the big fella.

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Cleared to face Cavs Embiid (knee/adductor) is available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Embiid has been tending to a knee and adductor issue, which resulted in a probable tag for Wednesday's game. However, he'll shed the designation and suit up against Cleveland. In his last seven games, Embiid is averaging 27.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.0 blocks across 34 minutes.

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The Athletic: Joel Embiid's game and joy has returned: 'It means everything' "I didn't know whether I would be able to play at this level again," Embiid said. Now, the Sixers star is playing freely.

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Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. Cavaliers? Final status for 76ers star | Sporting News Embiid has played in 20 games this season.

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Probable for Wednesday Embiid (knee) is probable to play Wednesday versus the Cavs, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact Embiid returned from a one-game absence for Monday's win over the Raptors and finished with 27 points (9-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 8-8 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, two steals and seven turnovers across 36 minutes. He'll look to keep it going Wednesday and managers can expect to get official confirmation on Embiid's status closer to tipoff.

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Game Highlights: Philadelphia Bounces Back and Takes Down Toronto

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Raptors get burnt by Joel Embiid, Sixers The Toronto Raptors are back in the loss column after falling to the Philadelphia 76ers 115-102 inside Scotiabank Arena. After beating the S...

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76ers' rookie V.J. Edgecombe rocks the rim and the crowd with posterized dunk over Indiana

Tyrese Maxey celebrates 1st All-Star game starting nod with 29 points in 76ers' win over Pacers

Is Joel Embiid really back to All-Star form? 76ers proceed carefully as he avoids injury bug

Mitchell has 35 points to power Cavs past 76ers 133-107 but Garland exits with foot injury