The Philadelphia 76ers have been hit hard by injuries to two of their key players, Joel Embiid and Paul George, who both missed the team’s recent 115-122 loss to the Houston Rockets. Their absences are raising some serious questions about the team’s performance and future, especially since both players are dealing with knee injuries that have kept them out for multiple games.
Embiid’s left knee has been swelling up, forcing him to miss several games. After sitting out the first ten games of the season for knee management and a suspension, he only got to play four games before having to sit out again.
Due to his history of knee injuries, including the surgery he underwent earlier this year, fans increasingly worry that he may require additional medical treatment. The 76ers plan to provide updates on his condition soon, but fans find it difficult to watch him limited to just four games so far this season.
As for George, he’s nursing a bone bruise in his left knee, which he got after a game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Luckily, the MRI showed no structural damage, so there’s some hope for his recovery. He’s been taking part in partial practices, and it seems like he’s making good progress with plans to return next week.
The Impact Of Joel Embiid’s And Paul George’s Injury On The 76ers
The 76ers are really feeling the impact of losing Embiid and George. With a 3-14 record, they sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, occupying 14th place. The trio of Embiid, George, and Tyrese Maxey has barely had a chance to play together—just six minutes this season—thanks to these injuries.
Before the injuries, Embiid was averaging 19.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in his four games, while George scored 14.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in his eight. If both guys can get back on the court soon, they might just be the boost the 76ers need to get things back on track.
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