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Joel Embiid, Paul George Downgraded for 76ers-Hornets Matchup

Joel Embiid, Paul George Downgraded for 76ers-Hornets Matchup

Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers will play against the Charlotte Hornets without Joel Embiid and Paul George, who are both missing due to knee management issues. The players are being rested as a precaution because the team has a game against the Milwaukee Bucks the next day.

Key Facts

  • The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center.
  • Joel Embiid will not play due to left knee injury management.
  • Embiid appeared healthy in a recent game but is being rested to prepare for a back-to-back game schedule.
  • Paul George is also not playing due to knee issues.
  • This is George’s twentieth game missed this season because of his knee injury.
  • The 76ers game against the Hornets is scheduled for Monday at 3:00 p.m. EST.

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