Joel Embiid will not play in the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, November 30. Embiid has been ruled out due to injury management for his left knee, in addition to personal reasons.
Embiid’s Absence and Recent Issues
This marks the fourth consecutive game Embiid will miss. He was also absent for Philadelphia’s games against the Brooklyn Nets on November 22 and their last two matchups. Embiid has been dealing with knee issues, and the 76ers are managing his recovery during the early part of the season. The 2022-23 NBA MVP is also a week removed from serving a three-game suspension following an altercation with a reporter, where Embiid shoved the individual. Additionally, Embiid was recently called out by 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey in a team meeting for being late to team activities, such as practices and meetings.
Embiid’s Impact and 2024-25 Struggles
So far this season, Embiid has appeared in only four games, averaging 19.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists, though his shooting has been disappointing, with splits of 37.9% from the field, 16.7% from three, and 100% from the free-throw line. Embiid’s best performance came on November 20 against the Memphis Grizzlies, where he scored 35 points on 10-of-21 shooting and grabbed 11 rebounds.
The 76ers have struggled mightily in Embiid’s absence, holding a 3-14 record, the second-worst in the NBA, just ahead of the Washington Wizards. The team is also missing newly acquired star Paul George due to injury, and the team’s overall struggles continue.
Next Game and Opponent
Saturday’s game will be a challenging matchup for the injury-depleted 76ers, who face a Detroit Pistons team with a 9-12 record, aiming to secure a spot in the Play-In Tournament. Joining Embiid on the injury report are Paul George, Caleb Martin, and Kyle Lowry, further depleting the 76ers’ roster.
Where to Watch
The 76ers vs. Pistons game will be held at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, with tipoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EST. Coverage will be available on Bally Sports Detroit, Bally Sports Indiana, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and NBA League Pass, with streaming options on YouTube TV and FuboTV.
SOURCE: Sportkeeda.com
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