Kendrick Perkins Reacts to 76ers' 'Frustrating' Joel Embiid News for Game 2
Summary
Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers center, was ruled out of Game 2 against the New York Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries just hours before the game. Embiid missed the first three games of the playoffs earlier this year due to an appendectomy but had been playing well since his return.Key Facts
- Joel Embiid was out for Game 2 against the Knicks because of soreness in his ankle and hip.
- He was listed as probable a day before but did not participate in the 76ers' morning shootaround.
- ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins said Embiid’s absence is very frustrating for the team and fans.
- Embiid missed the first three games of the playoff series against the Boston Celtics after surgery for an appendectomy.
- After returning, Embiid averaged 28 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists as the 76ers won the series 3-1.
- Embiid has missed many games over the last three seasons and has only had two seasons with over 65 games played.
- In Game 1 against the Knicks, Embiid scored 14 points but shot only 3 out of 11 attempts from the field.
- Game 2 started at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
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