Joel Embiid Benched for Nets Clash, Eyes Playoff Return
April 15, 2024![Joel Embiid Benched for Nets Clash, Eyes Playoff Return](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/0068c901254ce951eb144fd44a2dc0c8fa55bdf4628473ecf93a76484b5d7776e332fc7abfbb9376e7f1debbf59f365581022da67c64c2c71bf973040805a79e.jpg)
Joel Embiid is not playing in today's game versus the Nets due to precautionary reasons related to his left knee recovery.
Embiid is anticipated to be ready for the 76ers' upcoming playoff game, following his recovery.
Additional players such as KJ Martin and De'Anthony Melton are also listed as out or questionable for today's game.
The game's outcome has implications for the Miami Heat, potentially affecting playoff positioning depending on the results of the 76ers and Bucks games.
Despite missing significant time this season, Embiid has posted impressive averages of 34.7 points and 11 rebounds over 39 games.
The 76ers' final seeding in the Eastern Conference playoffs will be determined by the outcomes of Sunday's games, with a potential to secure the No. 5 seed.
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ESPN • Apr 14, 2024
76ers' Joel Embiid (knee) sits out regular-season finale - ESPN![76ers play their season finale without All-Star center Joel Embiid (knee)](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/9dad08399661229e1a90367351e5d60ecae311f31705ad68ea9b0a78a201550d5e600f6fb2e3019fc1efda2c438ac8dde57b6e4e245b2f4c394cf1a2e488cbcf.jpg)
FOX Sports • Apr 14, 2024
76ers play their season finale without All-Star center Joel Embiid (knee)![Joel Embiid sitting out today vs. Nets](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/bde6e3c29bca5f89fc7f6fad2b8d1654f0af79c30beab6df34ec1a317b2670b5f7c477f2e1165b655b28ad90d87eb6e4d9d1e122094a71453a21728909b554ad.png)
HoopsHype • Apr 14, 2024
Joel Embiid sitting out today vs. Nets