The hits maintain coming for the Sixers, who held the NBA’s worst document getting into motion on Friday and are as soon as once more lacking star heart Joel Embiid.
Embiid, who was ruled out for Friday’s recreation vs. Brooklyn as a result of left knee damage administration, is coping with swelling in that left knee, the staff introduced this night (X link). Upon session with their medical employees, the Sixers have determined Embiid may also sit out Sunday’s matchup with the Clippers.
There shall be one other replace on the previous MVP, who’s receiving therapy, early subsequent week, in line with the membership. The 76ers’ subsequent recreation after Sunday is on Wednesday towards Houston.
Whereas there’s no indication at this level that Embiid’s newest setback will end in a prolonged absence, it’s one other blow to a staff that has fallen properly wanting expectations to date this season and wish to begin digging out of its 2-12 gap sooner somewhat than later.
Paul George can also be out via no less than Sunday as a result of a bone bruise in his left knee. Each Embiid and George have been affected earlier within the season by the identical well being points at present plaguing them. George missed the primary 5 video games of the autumn, whereas Embiid was unavailable for the primary 9 contests, partially as a result of his knee damage and partially as a result of a three-game suspension.
Guerschon Yabusele earned his second begin of the season on Friday with Embiid inactive.
