Joel Embiid out for Game 2 vs. Knicks in injury stunner
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 of the second-round series against the Knicks due to right hip soreness and a right ankle sprain, sidelining him at Madison Square Garden.
- Embiid struggled in Game 1, scoring 14 points on 3-for-11 shooting and showing defensive vulnerabilities that the Knicks exploited with pick-and-roll plays.
- Tyrese Maxey is expected to take on a larger offensive role in Embiid’s absence, with Andre Drummond and Adem Bona likely to see increased minutes.
- The 76ers have performed better against the Knicks without Embiid this season, winning both regular-season games at MSG without him, while they are 0-3 with him in the lineup.
- The 76ers’ depth issues are highlighted by Embiid’s injury, especially after a taxing seven-game first-round series, raising concerns about the team’s ability to compete without all starters healthy.
