JOEL EMBIID NEWS

We've got 2 words for ya: Sixers-Nets We need a Philadelphia-Brooklyn playoff matchup to watch Joel Embiid troll Kevin Durant for 7 games

JANUARY 26, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Hits all 13 free throws in win Embiid had 26 points (6-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 13-13 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 137-133 win over the Nets.

Impact Embiid connected on only six of 18 field-goal attempts in the contest but made up for it by going 13-of-13 from the free-throw line as the Sixers hung on to win their sixth straight. Embiid added a team-high 10 rebounds in the contest while finishing second on the team in scoring with 26 points. The double-double was his 21st of the season and fifth in eight games this month.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Embiid Denies Having Added Motivation Against Ben Simmons The crowd got up for Joel Embiid vs. Ben Simmons. The big man himself claims it was just another matchup.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Joel Embiid Denies Having Added Motivation Against Ben Simmons The crowd got up for Joel Embiid vs. Ben Simmons. The big man himself claims it was just another matchup.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

76ers' Joel Embiid has hilarious response to Kevin Durant calling his 'DX' inspired celebration 'trash' If you come at Joel Embiid, you best not miss.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Eastern Conference Recaps, Jan. 25: Joel Embiid Returns in Sixers' Victory Against Brooklyn Nets Embiid had 26 points and 10 rebounds after one-game absence because of foot injury

JANUARY 26, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

James Harden closes it out vs. Nets as Joel Embiid vs. Ben Simmons excites Philly crowd Wednesday’s game had it all for a late January contest. “It was like it was a party. It was just hilarious,” Doc Rivers said.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sixers' Joel Embiid responds to Kevin Durant trolling his celebration Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid responds to Kevin Durant’s criticism of his celebration mid-game.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

James Harden, Tyrese Maxey lead 76ers past Nets, 137-133

James Harden hit two 3-pointers and had a driving layup in the final four minutes against his former Brooklyn teammates and the Philadelphia 76ers stretched their winning streak to...

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joel Embiid, 76ers Take Down Nets for Second Time This Season The Philadelphia 76ers took down the Brooklyn Nets for the second time this season on Wednesday night.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rich Hofmann: Joel Embiid (left foot soreness) will play... - The Athletic Joel Embiid (left foot soreness) will play tonight against Brooklyn.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

76ers vs. Nets: Joel Embiid's Playing Status on Wednesday Will Joel Embiid get the nod to play against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

76ers vs. Nets: Joel Embiid's Playing Status on Wednesday Will Joel Embiid get the nod to play against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will play Wednesday Embiid (foot) will start Wednesday's game against the Nets, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Embiid will return to action Wednesday following a one-game absence due to a sore left foot. Over his past six appearances, the MVP candidate has averaged 34.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.8 blocks in 31.7 minutes per game. Embiid's presence will push Montrezl Harrell to the bench.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shake Milton: 76ers 'Like That Matchup' of Embiid vs. Simmons There’s a chance Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons face each other on Wednesday night. If that’s the case, Shake Milton and the 76ers are confiden...

JANUARY 25, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rich Hofmann: Joel Embiid is listed as questionable against... - The Athletic Joel Embiid is listed as questionable against Brooklyn tomorrow with left foot soreness. For what it's worth, he went through a length indiv...

JANUARY 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Officially questionable Wednesday Embiid (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Nets.

Impact Embiid didn't practice much Tuesday after resting his sore left foot during Sunday's win over the Kings, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if the star center sits out again Wednesday. If that's the case, Montrezl Harrell would presumably draw another start.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doc Rivers Not Sure Joel Embiid Will Face Nets on Wednesday Doc Rivers is uncertain about Joel Embiid’s playing status against the Brooklyn Nets.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Status in doubt for Wednesday Embiid (foot) didn't participate much in Tuesday's practice, and his status for Wednesday versus the Nets is uncertain, Rich Hofmann of The Athletic reports.

Impact Embiid rested his bothersome left foot during Sunday's game against the Kings, and it seems likely he's bound for a similar outcome Wednesday. The team's injury report later in the day should shed more light on his status for the contest, but a questionable designation seems most likely.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Analysis: Trying to play good NBA defense 'wild, hot mess'

Someone will win Defensive Player of the Year this spring, even after a season where no one seems to be able to stop or even slow down anyone with the ball

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Top scorers meet in Philadelphia-Brooklyn matchup

Joel Embiid and Kevin Durant face off in a matchup of two of the league's best scorers when Philadelphia and Brooklyn take the court

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joel Embiid, Sixers come in now ranked 4th in latest NBA power rankings Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers come in ranked fourth in the latest edition of the NBA power rankings.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

76ers, without Embiid and Harden, edge Kings for 5-0 trip

Tyrese Maxey scored 15 of his 32 points in the third quarter and the Philadelphia 76ers, playing without Joel Embiid and James Harden, completed a perfect five-game road trip by be...

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not playing Saturday Embiid (foot) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Kings, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.

Impact As expected, Embiid won't play Saturday, meaning the Sixers won't have their two most prominent names with James Harden (foot) unavailable as well. Montrezl Harrell will get the start over Embiid, who should be able to return Wednesday against the Nets.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

76ers' Joel Embiid Downgraded vs. Kings Joel Embiid is the second starter to land on the injury report.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM