Philadelphia 76ers Injury Update: Concerning Joel Embiid Blow Rocks Sixers, Paul George Fear as 4 Listed vs. OKC Thunder (Dec. 28)

The Philadelphia 76ers ruled out Joel Embiid from their big-ticket regular-season game against the defending champion OKC Thunder on Sunday. Embiid was listed as out on the injury report, which came after the practice concluded on Saturday. The one-time league MVP was listed with twin injuries, sparking concern among the Sixers fans.

The 7-foot center in dealing with a right knee injury and a right ankle sprain. He suited up in the previous game against the Chicago Bulls and played 32 minutes. Despite his efficient 31-point performance, the Sixers fell to a 109-102 loss on the road.

Not having Embiid's services will be a huge blow for the Sixers, who have also lost their last two games. The task to snap out of the losing streak becomes even more daunting without Embiid as Philadelphia faces the league's best team.

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Meanwhile, Paul George also appeared on the injury report and is listed as probable with left knee injury management. The veteran forward has missed only one of the Sixers' last eight games. He is expected to suit up against the Thunder on Sunday, but a final call will be taken ahead of tip off.

The Sixers continue to remain without Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford. Oubre Jr. is dealing with a left ankle sprain, while Watford is nursing a left adductor strain.

How to watch Philadelphia 76ers vs. OKC Thunder?

The Philadelphia 76ers vs. OKC Thunder game will take place on Sunday at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The game will tip off at 3:30 p.m. EST (12:30 p.m. PT).

The Sixers vs. Thunder game will air on n FanDuel Sports Network Midwest Extra - Missouri (local) and NBC Sports Philadelphia (local). Live streaming is available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).

Edited by Atishay Jain