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Joel Embiid Ruled Out vs. Celtics With Right Knee Soreness as 76ers Await Evaluation

The soreness is in the knee opposite his recent surgeries, and Philadelphia plans to lean on Andre Drummond at center while team doctors review imaging.

Nov 8, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) drives for a shot against Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers smiles during the first half against the Detroit Pistons at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 25: Dominick Barlow #25, Kyle Lowry #7, and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers look on from the bench against the Charlotte Hornets in the second half at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 25, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Hornets 125-121. 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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Overview

  • The 76ers said Embiid is out for Tuesday’s game and is being evaluated by team doctors, with further updates to be provided when appropriate.
  • This is a new right-knee issue separate from his left-knee surgeries; Embiid has appeared in six of Philadelphia’s first 10 games on a tight minutes limit, averaging 19.7 points and 5.5 rebounds.
  • Philadelphia’s injury report also lists Paul George (left knee surgery recovery), Dominick Barlow (right elbow laceration) and Johni Broome (right ankle sprain) as out, while Jared McCain is available.
  • With Embiid sidelined, the 76ers are expected to use Andre Drummond and rookie Adem Bona to cover center minutes and redistribute usage to their backcourt.
  • The matchup is the teams’ third of the season (series tied 1-1) at 8 p.m. ET in Philadelphia on NBC/Peacock; Boston remains without Jayson Tatum, and Sam Hauser is probable.