Particle.news
Download on the App Store
11 ARTICLES
·
1h ago

Embiid Cleared for Sixers’ Opener in Boston as Paul George Ruled Out

Jaylen Brown is questionable for Boston, with Jayson Tatum out recovering from Achilles surgery.

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)
Image
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)
Mar 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) controls the ball while Utah Jazz forward John Collins (20) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Joel Embiid is not listed on Philadelphia’s injury report and is set to play Wednesday at TD Garden.
  • The game will be Embiid’s first regular-season appearance since Feb. 22 following April arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.
  • Paul George (left knee) is officially out for the opener, with coach Nick Nurse noting he has practiced fully but still needs conditioning.
  • Trendon Watford (hamstring) and Jared McCain (right-thumb UCL) are also out, with McCain expected to be re-evaluated soon.
  • Boston lists Jaylen Brown as questionable with a left hamstring strain, while Jayson Tatum remains out long term after Achilles surgery.