Joel Embiid is dealing with a left foot sprain and a sinus fracture. As a result, he will not be taking the court for the Philadelphia 76ers in their upcoming game against the Milwaukee Bucks. This injury was reported ahead of their matchup on January 19, 2025.
What It Means
Joel Embiid has been a significant contributor to the Philadelphia 76ers when healthy, averaging 24.4 points per game this season. He has played in only 13 games so far, missing 27 due to various injuries. In games where Embiid has played, the team averages 108.0 points per game compared to 107.1 when he is absent. The team’s record stands at 7-6 with him on the court and drops to 8-19 without him. His absence will continue to be felt as he often leads his team in scoring and rebounding.
