Summary
Joel Embiid, a key player for the Philadelphia 76ers, was initially not expected to play against the Golden State Warriors due to knee concerns. However, after being spotted at the team's morning shootaround, his status was changed to available, and he started in the game. Embiid's playing time has been limited this season because of ongoing issues with his knee.
Key Facts
- The Philadelphia 76ers initially listed Joel Embiid as out for the game against the Golden State Warriors.
- On Thursday morning, the 76ers upgraded Embiid's status to questionable after he participated in shootaround.
- Embiid was later cleared to play and started in the game on Thursday.
- Embiid has been dealing with knee issues and has played limited minutes in games this season.
- So far this season, Embiid has participated in seven games, averaging 24 minutes per game.
- He is currently averaging 19.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game.
- The game between the 76ers and Warriors is scheduled to begin at 7 PM ET.
- Embiid's knee soreness this season has been on the opposite knee of the one he had operated on twice in two years.
