Injuries Cloud NBA Stars' Futures: Simmons and Embiid's Status Uncertain

New NBA 65-game rule puts Embiid's MVP season at risk, while Simmons' return from injury is cut short.

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons is out with a left knee contusion, his status for the upcoming game against his former team, the 76ers, is uncertain.
Simmons had an impressive return game after missing 38 games due to a pinched nerve, scoring 10 points, eight rebounds, and 11 assists in just 18 minutes.
76ers star Joel Embiid is also out due to a knee injury, his status for the upcoming game against the Nets is unclear.
Embiid's injury puts his MVP season at risk due to the NBA's new 65-game rule, requiring players to play a minimum of 65 games to be considered for in-season awards.
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