Joel Embiid's Knee Injury Could Impact MVP Eligibility

76ers star to miss third consecutive game, putting his chances of repeating as MVP under threat due to new NBA rules.

Joel Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP, will miss his third consecutive game due to a knee injury. This will be his 10th missed game this season.
Embiid's knee injury is reportedly the same one he had during the playoffs last year, which is typically a four-to-six week injury.
Under new NBA rules, a player must participate in a minimum of 65 games to be eligible for end-of-season accolades. Embiid's missed games could jeopardize his chances of repeating as MVP.
The Philadelphia 76ers have a record of 2-7 in games without Embiid this season.
76ers coach Nick Nurse is hopeful that Embiid will return for their game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday.