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76ers Update: Oubre Has LCL Injury, Embiid Out, George Questionable vs. Clippers

A cautious, game-by-game approach now dictates Philadelphia's frontcourt plans.

Overview

  • Kelly Oubre Jr. was diagnosed with a left-knee LCL injury after a hyperextension in Detroit and will miss at least Monday while he meets specialists to determine severity.
  • Joel Embiid is listed as out for the Clippers game for right knee injury management despite being a full participant in Sunday’s practice.
  • Paul George, recovering from July arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, was upgraded to questionable and could make his season debut.
  • Center Adem Bona suffered a right ankle sprain and has been ruled out for at least the next three games before a Friday reevaluation.
  • Jared McCain was recalled from the G League after two games and is available, with coach Nick Nurse indicating plans to use him in the rotation.