NBA Investigates 76ers Over Joel Embiid's Game Absences

The league is scrutinizing the team's decision to rest the star center, citing left knee injury management, during nationally televised games.

Joel Embiid missed the Philadelphia 76ers' season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks and is also expected to sit out the next two games.
The absence has triggered an NBA investigation under its player participation policy, which aims to ensure star players appear in nationally televised games.
Embiid's decision to potentially avoid back-to-back games for his health has sparked criticism from former players like Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal.
The 76ers' management, including Daryl Morey, has defended the strategy, emphasizing Embiid's long-term health and postseason readiness.
Embiid, a previous MVP, has a history of injuries and recently lost weight to alleviate knee stress, yet his approach has raised questions about team leadership and fan expectations.