Joel Embiid is dealing with a knee injury and will not take the court for the Philadelphia 76ers in their upcoming game against the Denver Nuggets. This development was reported ahead of their January 21, 2025 matchup at Ball Arena. The absence of Embiid is significant as he has been a key player for the team this season.
What It Means
Joel Embiid’s absence will be felt by the Philadelphia 76ers, who have struggled without him this season. In games where Embiid has played, the team averages 108.0 points per game and holds a record of 7-6. Conversely, in his absence, they average slightly fewer points at 107.2 per game and have a less favorable record of 8-20. For the season, Embiid is averaging 24.4 points per game, ranking him sixth on his team in scoring. Additionally, he contributes an average of 7.9 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.
