Joel Embiid to miss Game 2 of 76ers vs. Knicks series with ankle, hip injuries
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 of the 76ers vs. Knicks Eastern Conference Semifinals due to hip and ankle injuries, with no timetable announced for his return.
- Embiid struggled in Game 1, scoring 14 points on 3-of-11 shooting, and was substituted out midway through the third quarter as the Knicks dominated.
- Backup center Andre Drummond is expected to play a crucial role against the Knicks' big men, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson, given his size and rebounding ability.
- Embiid's injury continues a pattern of setbacks throughout his career, having played only 51% of regular-season games since 2014 and missing multiple playoff games.
- This season, Embiid appeared in just 38 games, averaging 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, after also battling Bell’s Palsy in 2024 while playing through injuries.
