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76ers’ Joel Embiid listed day-to-day with knee injury

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The Philadelphia 76ers, as long as Joel Embiid is on the roster, will always be in pursuit of a championship. Their 7-4 start to the season is impressive, especially considering Embiid has yet to go full-tilt since the campaign began, with the team still carefully managing his workload.

Embiid was noticeably absent during the Sixers’ 102-100 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, as Philadelphia reported he’s experiencing soreness in his right knee. Up until now, Embiid had been sitting out the second game of back-to-back sets all season, but otherwise had been available. This made his absence on Tuesday night even more conspicuous.

The good news, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, is that Embiid’s right knee was evaluated after the game, and the team found no structural issues. He’s currently considered day-to-day moving forward.

The schedule is also working in the 76ers’ favor. After dealing with a few back-to-backs over the first few weeks of the season, the Sixers now have only two games this week: the recently-concluded matchup against the Celtics, and an NBA In-Season Tournament clash against the surging Detroit Pistons on Friday. This lighter schedule should give Embiid plenty of time to rest and recover from his knee soreness.

Given Embiid’s extensive injury history, the 76ers are understandably cautious about rushing him back. Protecting their star is a priority if they want to sustain their championship hopes.

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Injuries have not been kind to the 76ers over the past few years. Embiid’s own injury history is well-documented. Meanwhile, recent additions like Paul George, who was mostly healthy during his time with the Los Angeles Clippers, has encountered knee issues in his first year with the Sixers, leading to one of his toughest seasons in recent memory. Even Jared McCain seems far from returning to form.

Still, with a strong roster and careful management, Philadelphia remains optimistic. As long as they can get healthy at the right time, the 76ers will continue to be a powerhouse in the hunt for an NBA title.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/philadelphia-76ers/76ers-news-joel-embiid-listed-day-to-day-with-knee-injury

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Philadelphia 76ers Already Making ‘Silly’ Excuses for Joel Embiid

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In their opening game of the season, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a much-needed victory over the Boston Celtics. After a disappointing campaign last year, the 76ers were desperate to start this season on the right foot. Thanks to stellar performances from VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia began the year with a promising 1-0 record.

However, the game’s spotlight on Joel Embiid was less encouraging. The star center made only one of his nine shots, finishing with just four points in 20 minutes of play. Still managing his workload as he recovers from a lingering leg injury, Embiid appeared to be a shadow of his usual dominant self.

Despite earning $55.2 million this season, the 76ers are not overly concerned about his slow start—for now.

### Philadelphia 76ers Make Excuses for Joel Embiid

Embiid was initially not expected to play on opening night. Having missed the majority of the preseason, it seemed he was rushed back into action prematurely. Many argue it might have been wiser to allow him to fully recover, especially considering the team is currently attributing his poor performance to injury and “rust.”

Even after a lackluster outing, Embiid still received some praise. Head coach Nick Nurse said, “I’m super happy he was out there. I think that he played good. I know that’s going to sound silly, one for nine. He just didn’t shoot it very good. I thought he transferred the ball good. I thought he made some good decisions. I thought he took good shots. I thought he protected the rim.”

While Nurse may be content with Embiid’s effort, the numbers tell a different story. Embiid recorded a plus/minus of -16, which is rare in a winning effort. Though he avoided turnovers, his shooting was undeniably poor. Defensively, his impact was minimal—the Celtics shot 46.2% when he was on the floor and 47.3% when he was off, a negligible difference.

Despite the subpar performance, Nurse quickly offered excuses. “He hasn’t done much, right?” the coach remarked. “He’s kind of played a scrimmage and a preseason game, and I think there’s some rust there, but I thought he was moving good and made good decisions, which is really positive.”

### Philadelphia 76ers Need Embiid at His Best

Joel Embiid remains one of the greatest players in Sixers history. When healthy, his dominance is unquestionable. Yet, despite his stardom, the 76ers have never advanced past the second round of the playoffs, even while sharing the court with elite talent.

This season, the 76ers are fully committed to Maxey, Embiid, and Paul George. With the addition of Edgecombe, after just one game, Philadelphia looks poised to be among the NBA’s top teams. They have always been competitive but have yet to take that crucial next step toward championship contention.

The hope is that Embiid will soon regain his full form and lead the team to greater success in the months ahead.
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