Joel Embiid
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November 27, 2025
Not playing Friday
Embiid (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis
Embiid is working his way back from a knee injury, but the star big man isn't yet ready to play Friday. Embiid has been limited to individual and conditioning work this week, so it seems he might have to clear a few more hurdles before being cleared to play. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Hawks.
November 26, 2025
Limited to individual work
Embiid (knee) was limited to an individual strength and conditioning session Wednesday, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Analysis
It's not a great sign that Embiid was held out of Wednesday's practice, as he previously participated with the team in recent days. Embiid missed Tuesday's game against Orlando despite going through shootaround, marking his eighth straight game on the sidelines. He can be considered highly questionable for Friday against the Nets.
November 25, 2025
Won't play Tuesday
Embiid (knee) will not play Tuesday against Orlando.
Analysis
Despite going through shootaround, Embiid was unable to shake his questionable tag and will sit out for an eighth straight contest. His next chance to play comes Friday against the Nets. Andre Drummond will remain a must-start fantasy asset in the meantime.
November 25, 2025
Goes through shootaround
Embiid (knee) participated during Tuesday's morning shootaround, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Analysis
Embiid is currently listed as questionable to face the Magic on Tuesday. He has missed the past seven games for the 76ers, but he's trending towards a return. If he does get the green light to play against the Magic, he's likely to have strict restrictions.
November 24, 2025
Questionable for Tuesday
Embiid (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Magic, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Analysis
The superstar big man has a chance to return from a seven-game absence due to knee injury management. Embiid was a full participant in Monday's practice, per Aaronson, which bodes well for his chances of suiting up. Although Embiid will likely have a minutes restriction if he plays, his presence would almost certainly push Andre Drummond back to the bench.
November 22, 2025
Ruled out for Sunday
Embiid (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Heat, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
Analysis
Sunday will mark Embiid's seventh straight game on the sidelines, and while the 76ers continue to say that he's making progress, his potential return date remains murky. Andre Drummond and Dominick Barlow will likely continue to hold down the fort at the center spot in Embiid's absence.
November 22, 2025
Progressing in recovery
Embiid continues to progress in his recovery from a right knee injury and remains day-to-day, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Analysis
Embiid has missed the 76ers' last six games due to right knee soreness. It seems like he's inching closer to a return, though it doesn't appear likely that will take place Sunday against the Heat. With Embiid and Adem Bona (ankle) both likely sidelined, Andre Drummond, Trendon Watford and Dominick Barlow will continue to see the majority of minutes at the center position.