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Embiid Cleared for 76ers’ Opener vs. Celtics as George Out, Tatum Sidelined

Health questions turn the opener into an early test of depth.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 13: Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to media prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at the Wells Fargo Center on April 13, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
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Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) takes a shot as he warms up as Celtics take on Magic in game 5 of the first round playoffs on April 29. (Staff Photo By Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)

Overview

  • Joel Embiid is not on Philadelphia's injury report and is set for his first regular-season game since Feb. 22 after April knee surgery.
  • The 76ers ruled out Paul George (left knee), Jared McCain (right thumb) and Trendon Watford (left hamstring) for tonight’s game.
  • Boston listed Jayson Tatum as out as he rehabs an Achilles tear, and Jaylen Brown is questionable with a left hamstring strain after full practices to start the week.
  • No. 3 pick V.J. Edgecombe is slated for his regular-season debut following a strong preseason showing.
  • Tipoff at TD Garden is 7:30 p.m. ET, with both teams adjusting rotations as Boston enters a reworked season following departures of Kristaps Porziņģis, Jrue Holiday and Al Horford.