The Philadelphia 76ers might have their star center Joel Embiid back on the floor this week. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Embiid is close to returning to action and could play as soon as Tuesday when the 76ers face the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Embiid has been out since suffering a meniscus injury in late January and having to undergo knee surgery.

The 76ers will be thrilled to see Embiid ready to play, considering they have been on a downward spiral since he went down. Philly went 11-18 in Embiid’s absence and has fallen out of the top six in the Eastern Conference standings. They are currently eighth with a 40-35 record.

Embiid has previously stated that he wants to return before the regular season wraps regardless of where the 76ers are on the standings. This seems to be a better route, as he’ll be able to shake off the rust and get in game shape before the postseason.

Before the injury, Embiid was putting together a historic season. In 34 games, he averaged 35.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 5.7 assists in 34.0 minutes on the floor. This made Embiid the only player since Wilt Chamberlain to average at least a point per minute spent on the floor.

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The Philadelphia 76ers remain optimistic that their star center, Joel Embiid, can return to action this season. Embiid is currently out after undergoing surgery last week to address a meniscus tear in his left knee.

Speaking with reporters on Friday, 76ers’ president of basketball operations Daryl Morey said that Embiid’s rehab is going well and that the organization is “hopeful” his 2023-24 campaign isn’t over.

“We’re hopeful. Feedback has been more good than bad since first we heard about what led to his procedure. So we’re hopeful, and we’re building the team to make it better this year,” said Morey. “Obviously, it’s not at 100%. But we felt like with Joel playing at an MVP level, where hopefully he could get back to that this is a year that we have a real shot.”

The 76ers previously announced that Embiid is set to be reevaluated in four weeks and that more information about his timetable would be shared after that. 

Joel Embiid was in the midst of his best campaign as a pro before the injury. He averaged a league-leading 35.3 points alongside 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.8 blocks.

It remains to be seen whether Embiid can return before it’s too late for the 76ers. Without their best player, Philly has fallen off a cliff, losing four straight and going 2-8 in their last 10 games. They are currently sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 30-21 record.

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The Philadelphia 76ers’ star center Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with a meniscus injury. According to the team’s announcement, the timetable for Embiid’s return to action is yet to be determined.

Embiid dealt with a lingering left knee soreness issue, which caused him to miss back-to-back games against the Denver Nuggets and the Portland Trail Blazers. The reigning NBA MVP returned for Wednesday’s game against the Golden State Warriors, but was forced to leave the contest early after Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga fell on his ailing knee during a chase for a loose ball.

According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Embiid and the 76ers are yet to determine which approach they’ll take with his recovery.   

Embiid’s injury will be a big blow for the 76ers, considering they are in the midst of a crowded battle to secure a home advantage for the playoffs. Philly is currently sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 30-17 record. They find themselves 6.0 games behind the leading Boston Celtics but just 1.5 games behind the Milwaukee Bucks at the second position.

The injury could possibly mean the end of Joel Embiid’s campaign to repeat as the NBA MVP. Embiid was considered the favorite to win the award in 2023-24, averaging a league-leading 35.3 points to go with 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.8 blocks.

However, under the new CBA, the player must play at least 65 games in a season to be eligible for awards and All-NBA teams. Embiid already missed 13 games, meaning he can only miss four more to retain his eligibility.

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The Philadelphia 76ers will be without star player Joel Embiid as they take on the Miami Heat in their Christmas Day game at the Kaseya Center. Embiid has been sidelined after suffering a sprained right ankle during Friday night’s win over the Toronto Raptors.

Embiid landed awkwardly while trying to block a shot midway through the first quarter. Despite the setback, Embiid was able to continue playing, scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds to extend his 30-10 streak to 13th consecutive games, with only Hall of Famers Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Elgin Baylor surpassing this total.

The 76ers will be hoping for Embiid’s quick recovery, particularly given what has been arguably the best season of his career. Currently, Embiid leads the NBA’s scoring charts, averaging 35 points per game. He is also averaging a career-high six assists per game.

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The Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers revealed on Saturday afternoon that star center Joel Embiid is a doubt for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals to be played against the Boston Celtics on Monday night.

“There is no latest,” Rivers said of the sprained LCL the Embiid is dealing with in his right knee. “Obviously, the doctors looked at him, and he didn’t do anything today. I’ll say this, but if I was a betting man, I would probably say doubtful for at least Game 1. But we’ll see.”

Embiid suffered his injury during Game 3 of the Sixers’ first-round sweep of the Brooklyn Nets. When the media was allowed onto the court for Philadelphia’s practice last Saturday afternoon, Embiid was absent. He subsequently sat out of Game 4 against the Nets.

Should Embiid remain unavailable by the time of the 76ers’ trip to the TD Garden on Monday, the team is expected to use reserve Paul Reed in his place.

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The Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was unable to feature in his team’s 129-126 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers after experiencing left foot soreness. Embiid was examined by team doctors on Wednesday morning, who did not see any long-term issues with the player. Initially listed as questionable upon examination, Embiid was ultimately ruled out of the Pacers game on Wednesday afternoon.

Embiid picked up his injury after landing awkwardly on Pelicans big man Jaxson Hayes during the fourth quarter of the 76ers’ 120-111 win over New Orleans.

76ers coach Doc Rivers revealed on Wednesday that Embiid did not experience pain straight away after being injured. “He didn’t talk about a lot of soreness right afterward,” Rivers stated. “Then, later that night, he said his foot was bothering him and was sore, and then more the next day.”

Although missing Embiid’s presence on the court, the 76ers managed to rise to victory against the Pacers with backup Montrezl Harrell filling in at center. James Harden also produced an impressive performance, scoring 26 points on the night.

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The Philadelphia 76ers announced on Tuesday that their superstar Joel Embiid underwent thumb surgery to address the injury that hampered him during the team’s recent playoff run. As part of the procedure, the doctors also addressed the issue Embiid had with his index finger.

According to the 76ers, Embiid is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of training camp for the 2022-23 NBA season.

Embiid suffered the thumb injury in Game 3 of the first-round series against the Toronto Raptors. While the injury didn’t cause him to miss games, it did affect his ability to shoot the ball and grab rebounds. The 28-year-old player would go on to suffer another injury in the Raptors series, a facial fracture, which ruled him out for the beginning of the second-round matchup against the Miami Heat.

Embiid’s struggles to stay healthy and All-Star guard James Harden’s failure to take the leading role have resulted in the 76ers being eliminated in six games by the Heat. This was the fourth time in the past five postseasons that Philly ended its playoffs in the second round.

Despite the lack of team success, Joel Embiid had a career season on an individual level. He finished second in MVP voting while leading the league in scoring with 30.6 points per game. Embiid became the first center to do the latter since 2000 and Shaquille O’Neal.

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The blowout 127-101 win over the Washington Wizards came at a price for the high-flying Philadelphia 76ers. The team announced over the weekend that their All-Star center Joel Embiid suffered a bone bruise against the Wizards and is facing at least two weeks on the sidelines.

Embiid got injured in the third quarter, hyperextending his left leg after a dunk. He left the game immediately and had an MRI test the same night.

Luckily for the 76ers and Embiid, who is considered a favorite for this year’s MVP award, the results showed no structural damage on his knee. The 26-year-old big man will go into rehab for two weeks, after which he will be reevaluated, according to the team.

Joel Embiid has been enjoying a stellar 2020-21 campaign, averaging a career-high 29.9 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He has also been mostly injury-free, unlike some other seasons, missing only six games due to COVID-19 protocols and rest.

Embiid’s MVP-level of play also has the Philadelphia 76ers at the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference. They are currently sitting at a 26-12 record and have won six out of their last seven games.

In the absence of Embiid, the 76ers are expected to give more playing time to veteran Dwight Howard, who will likely be moved to the starting spot. Offseason acquisition Tony Bradley should also receive a more prominent role.

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The Philadelphia 76ers are dealing with a new injury scare after center Joel Embiid was forced to leave his team’s Wednesday night game against the Cleveland Cavaliers early due to a left shoulder sprain.

Embiid collided with the Cavs’ Ante Zizic near the end of the first quarter, drawing a foul and immediately feeling discomfort in his shoulder. After shooting his free throws, the young superstar realized that he could not carry on in the game, and was forced to head to the locker room.

He did not return in his team’s 108-94 loss in Cleveland, with the Sixers announcing after the game that he will undergo an MRI to determine the extent and severity of the injury.

The Cameroon native has been one of the best players in the league this season, averaging 23.3 points and 11.8 rebounds per game and being honored with an All-Star selection.

Despite his effectiveness when on the court, the 25-year-old’s career has been tainted by injuries. Embiid is yet to surpass 65 games played in a single season after missing the first two seasons of his professional career with foot injuries.

Philadelphia will cross its fingers and hope that Embiid’s latest injury is just a minor sprain, and that he’ll be healthy and ready to go well before playoff time comes.

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Philadelphia 76ers will have a big problem at the center position when they face Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. The team announced that both starting center Joel Embiid and backup Boban Marjanovic are ruled out for that game.

Embiid is still struggling with a sore left knee and is expected to be reevaluated prior to Saturday’s game against the Golden State Warriors. The 24-year-old hasn’t played a single game since the All-Star break.

Marjonovic, on the other hand, injured his knee in Monday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans and was diagnosed with a bone bruise and mild sprain. The injury shouldn’t be a worrying one, since Philadelphia’s coach Brett Brown said that MRI scan the 30-year-old recently underwent, provided him with “a sigh of relief given what my gut feel was.”

This is tough news for Philadelphia 76ers, especially since Joel Embiid has been the their best player this season. Embiid played 54 games this season, and currently averages 27.3 points, 13.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game.

Boban Marjanovic, who spent the first part of the season with Los Angeles Clippers, played seven games with Philadelphia during which he averaged 9.0 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.

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The Philadelphia 76ers might have their star center Joel Embiid back on the floor this week. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Embiid is close to returning to action and could play as soon as Tuesday when the 76ers face the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Embiid has been out since suffering a meniscus injury in late January and having to undergo knee surgery.

The 76ers will be thrilled to see Embiid ready to play, considering they have been on a downward spiral since he went down. Philly went 11-18 in Embiid’s absence and has fallen out of the top six in the Eastern Conference standings. They are currently eighth with a 40-35 record.

Embiid has previously stated that he wants to return before the regular season wraps regardless of where the 76ers are on the standings. This seems to be a better route, as he’ll be able to shake off the rust and get in game shape before the postseason.

Before the injury, Embiid was putting together a historic season. In 34 games, he averaged 35.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 5.7 assists in 34.0 minutes on the floor. This made Embiid the only player since Wilt Chamberlain to average at least a point per minute spent on the floor.

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The Philadelphia 76ers remain optimistic that their star center, Joel Embiid, can return to action this season. Embiid is currently out after undergoing surgery last week to address a meniscus tear in his left knee.

Speaking with reporters on Friday, 76ers’ president of basketball operations Daryl Morey said that Embiid’s rehab is going well and that the organization is “hopeful” his 2023-24 campaign isn’t over.

“We’re hopeful. Feedback has been more good than bad since first we heard about what led to his procedure. So we’re hopeful, and we’re building the team to make it better this year,” said Morey. “Obviously, it’s not at 100%. But we felt like with Joel playing at an MVP level, where hopefully he could get back to that this is a year that we have a real shot.”

The 76ers previously announced that Embiid is set to be reevaluated in four weeks and that more information about his timetable would be shared after that. 

Joel Embiid was in the midst of his best campaign as a pro before the injury. He averaged a league-leading 35.3 points alongside 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.8 blocks.

It remains to be seen whether Embiid can return before it’s too late for the 76ers. Without their best player, Philly has fallen off a cliff, losing four straight and going 2-8 in their last 10 games. They are currently sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 30-21 record.

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The Philadelphia 76ers’ star center Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with a meniscus injury. According to the team’s announcement, the timetable for Embiid’s return to action is yet to be determined.

Embiid dealt with a lingering left knee soreness issue, which caused him to miss back-to-back games against the Denver Nuggets and the Portland Trail Blazers. The reigning NBA MVP returned for Wednesday’s game against the Golden State Warriors, but was forced to leave the contest early after Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga fell on his ailing knee during a chase for a loose ball.

According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Embiid and the 76ers are yet to determine which approach they’ll take with his recovery.   

Embiid’s injury will be a big blow for the 76ers, considering they are in the midst of a crowded battle to secure a home advantage for the playoffs. Philly is currently sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 30-17 record. They find themselves 6.0 games behind the leading Boston Celtics but just 1.5 games behind the Milwaukee Bucks at the second position.

The injury could possibly mean the end of Joel Embiid’s campaign to repeat as the NBA MVP. Embiid was considered the favorite to win the award in 2023-24, averaging a league-leading 35.3 points to go with 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.8 blocks.

However, under the new CBA, the player must play at least 65 games in a season to be eligible for awards and All-NBA teams. Embiid already missed 13 games, meaning he can only miss four more to retain his eligibility.

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The Philadelphia 76ers will be without star player Joel Embiid as they take on the Miami Heat in their Christmas Day game at the Kaseya Center. Embiid has been sidelined after suffering a sprained right ankle during Friday night’s win over the Toronto Raptors.

Embiid landed awkwardly while trying to block a shot midway through the first quarter. Despite the setback, Embiid was able to continue playing, scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds to extend his 30-10 streak to 13th consecutive games, with only Hall of Famers Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Elgin Baylor surpassing this total.

The 76ers will be hoping for Embiid’s quick recovery, particularly given what has been arguably the best season of his career. Currently, Embiid leads the NBA’s scoring charts, averaging 35 points per game. He is also averaging a career-high six assists per game.

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The Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers revealed on Saturday afternoon that star center Joel Embiid is a doubt for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals to be played against the Boston Celtics on Monday night.

“There is no latest,” Rivers said of the sprained LCL the Embiid is dealing with in his right knee. “Obviously, the doctors looked at him, and he didn’t do anything today. I’ll say this, but if I was a betting man, I would probably say doubtful for at least Game 1. But we’ll see.”

Embiid suffered his injury during Game 3 of the Sixers’ first-round sweep of the Brooklyn Nets. When the media was allowed onto the court for Philadelphia’s practice last Saturday afternoon, Embiid was absent. He subsequently sat out of Game 4 against the Nets.

Should Embiid remain unavailable by the time of the 76ers’ trip to the TD Garden on Monday, the team is expected to use reserve Paul Reed in his place.

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The Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was unable to feature in his team’s 129-126 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers after experiencing left foot soreness. Embiid was examined by team doctors on Wednesday morning, who did not see any long-term issues with the player. Initially listed as questionable upon examination, Embiid was ultimately ruled out of the Pacers game on Wednesday afternoon.

Embiid picked up his injury after landing awkwardly on Pelicans big man Jaxson Hayes during the fourth quarter of the 76ers’ 120-111 win over New Orleans.

76ers coach Doc Rivers revealed on Wednesday that Embiid did not experience pain straight away after being injured. “He didn’t talk about a lot of soreness right afterward,” Rivers stated. “Then, later that night, he said his foot was bothering him and was sore, and then more the next day.”

Although missing Embiid’s presence on the court, the 76ers managed to rise to victory against the Pacers with backup Montrezl Harrell filling in at center. James Harden also produced an impressive performance, scoring 26 points on the night.

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The Philadelphia 76ers announced on Tuesday that their superstar Joel Embiid underwent thumb surgery to address the injury that hampered him during the team’s recent playoff run. As part of the procedure, the doctors also addressed the issue Embiid had with his index finger.

According to the 76ers, Embiid is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of training camp for the 2022-23 NBA season.

Embiid suffered the thumb injury in Game 3 of the first-round series against the Toronto Raptors. While the injury didn’t cause him to miss games, it did affect his ability to shoot the ball and grab rebounds. The 28-year-old player would go on to suffer another injury in the Raptors series, a facial fracture, which ruled him out for the beginning of the second-round matchup against the Miami Heat.

Embiid’s struggles to stay healthy and All-Star guard James Harden’s failure to take the leading role have resulted in the 76ers being eliminated in six games by the Heat. This was the fourth time in the past five postseasons that Philly ended its playoffs in the second round.

Despite the lack of team success, Joel Embiid had a career season on an individual level. He finished second in MVP voting while leading the league in scoring with 30.6 points per game. Embiid became the first center to do the latter since 2000 and Shaquille O’Neal.

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The blowout 127-101 win over the Washington Wizards came at a price for the high-flying Philadelphia 76ers. The team announced over the weekend that their All-Star center Joel Embiid suffered a bone bruise against the Wizards and is facing at least two weeks on the sidelines.

Embiid got injured in the third quarter, hyperextending his left leg after a dunk. He left the game immediately and had an MRI test the same night.

Luckily for the 76ers and Embiid, who is considered a favorite for this year’s MVP award, the results showed no structural damage on his knee. The 26-year-old big man will go into rehab for two weeks, after which he will be reevaluated, according to the team.

Joel Embiid has been enjoying a stellar 2020-21 campaign, averaging a career-high 29.9 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He has also been mostly injury-free, unlike some other seasons, missing only six games due to COVID-19 protocols and rest.

Embiid’s MVP-level of play also has the Philadelphia 76ers at the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference. They are currently sitting at a 26-12 record and have won six out of their last seven games.

In the absence of Embiid, the 76ers are expected to give more playing time to veteran Dwight Howard, who will likely be moved to the starting spot. Offseason acquisition Tony Bradley should also receive a more prominent role.

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The Philadelphia 76ers are dealing with a new injury scare after center Joel Embiid was forced to leave his team’s Wednesday night game against the Cleveland Cavaliers early due to a left shoulder sprain.

Embiid collided with the Cavs’ Ante Zizic near the end of the first quarter, drawing a foul and immediately feeling discomfort in his shoulder. After shooting his free throws, the young superstar realized that he could not carry on in the game, and was forced to head to the locker room.

He did not return in his team’s 108-94 loss in Cleveland, with the Sixers announcing after the game that he will undergo an MRI to determine the extent and severity of the injury.

The Cameroon native has been one of the best players in the league this season, averaging 23.3 points and 11.8 rebounds per game and being honored with an All-Star selection.

Despite his effectiveness when on the court, the 25-year-old’s career has been tainted by injuries. Embiid is yet to surpass 65 games played in a single season after missing the first two seasons of his professional career with foot injuries.

Philadelphia will cross its fingers and hope that Embiid’s latest injury is just a minor sprain, and that he’ll be healthy and ready to go well before playoff time comes.

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Philadelphia 76ers will have a big problem at the center position when they face Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. The team announced that both starting center Joel Embiid and backup Boban Marjanovic are ruled out for that game.

Embiid is still struggling with a sore left knee and is expected to be reevaluated prior to Saturday’s game against the Golden State Warriors. The 24-year-old hasn’t played a single game since the All-Star break.

Marjonovic, on the other hand, injured his knee in Monday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans and was diagnosed with a bone bruise and mild sprain. The injury shouldn’t be a worrying one, since Philadelphia’s coach Brett Brown said that MRI scan the 30-year-old recently underwent, provided him with “a sigh of relief given what my gut feel was.”

This is tough news for Philadelphia 76ers, especially since Joel Embiid has been the their best player this season. Embiid played 54 games this season, and currently averages 27.3 points, 13.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game.

Boban Marjanovic, who spent the first part of the season with Los Angeles Clippers, played seven games with Philadelphia during which he averaged 9.0 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.

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