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Sixers Rule Joel Embiid Out vs. Nets as Part of Knee Management Plan

Team and league sources say the day off was scheduled within a gradual return-to-play plan with no new setback.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 04: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball as Keon Johnson #45 of the Brooklyn Nets defends during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center on January 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Luke Hales/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The NBA’s injury report lists Joel Embiid as out for Sunday’s road game in Brooklyn due to left knee injury recovery.
  • Reporting from team and league sources indicates the absence is a pre-planned rest day rather than a response to a new issue.
  • Embiid has appeared in four of five games with restricted minutes, logging a season-high 25:04 for 20 points and six rebounds in Friday’s loss to Boston.
  • Philadelphia also ruled out Paul George (knee surgery recovery), Jared McCain (thumb surgery recovery) and Dominick Barlow (elbow laceration), with rookie Johni Broome out on a Delaware Blue Coats assignment.
  • Through limited action he is averaging 17.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 22.3 minutes, reflecting a cautious ramp-up aimed at long-term health and playoff readiness.