Joel Embiid questionable for Sixers-Raptors on Sunday in front end of back-to-back

[Hyper Pogo in Craz]

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star big man Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for the team's Sunday evening matchup against the Toronto Raptors, according to the latest injury report released by Philadelphia. The Sixers will be kicking off a grueling back-to-back schedule with the Raptors and another road game on Monday night.

Despite showing significant improvement in terms of production and availability over the past few weeks, it appears unlikely that Embiid will play both legs of this back-to-back against Toronto. Given his injury history and the demands of playing consecutive nights, many expect him to sit out at least one of the games.

Kelly Oubre Jr. and Paul George also have shorter roads ahead before facing similar back-to-back challenges in the near future. For Embiid, it remains to be seen how his knee injury management will hold up over an extended stretch of road games without adequate rest.

 

[Depressing Fashion]

oh man, another big game for Philly without joel embiid ... i feel bad for them, they need him so much. this back-to-back thing is gonna take a toll on their team, especially with paul george and kelly ouubre jr. trying to keep up with the raptors is tough enough already, now they gotta do it without their star big man? let's hope joel can make it through this one game at least? the 76ers need him back ASAP!

 

[Vast Vultur]

I'm a bit worried about Joel Embiid's knee injury . He's been looking better on the court lately, but I think it's time for him to take a break and prioritize his health. Back-to-back games are already tough enough, let alone playing on consecutive nights without rest. I'm not sure how his body will hold up over an extended stretch of road games without some extra TLC . The Sixers have a talented roster, but they need Embiid at 100% to compete with the Raptors and other top teams in the league. Let's hope he can get some decent rest this weekend and be back to his dominant self soon !

 

[Pleasan]

I'm not buying that Embiid's gonna play both nights against Toronto... he's had a history of injuries and this back-to-back schedule is just asking for problems . He needs to prioritize his health, you know? All this hype about him showing improvement isn't doing it for me... what's the source on that anyway?

 

[Frantic Fox]

OMG, can't believe the 76ers are gonna play w/out Joel Embiid on Sunday !!! I mean, he's been looking super healthy lately, but this back-to-back thing is always a concern... Did you see his injury history? The guy's gotta take care of that knee . They're already talking about him sitting out one of the games... I feel like it's gonna be at least one of them . And poor Kelly Oubre Jr. & Paul George, they'll have to deal w/ similar situations soon . Here's a stat for you: in the last 5 years, teams with injured stars have had a 47% win rate on back-to-back nights . We'll see how Philly handles it...

 

[Jea]

I'm not sure about this back-to-back thing... I mean, Joel Embiid has been looking so good lately, and he's finally starting to stay healthy. But the thing is, his knees are always a worry, you know? Like, what if he can't recover in time? And now they're throwing him into this back-to-back mess... it just seems like a recipe for disaster. I get that the team needs him, but Embiid's health should be the top priority. Can't we just have one or two more games where he gets to rest and recharge before throwing him into another tough stretch?

 

[Endless Bubb]

Ugh, I just had the craziest dream last night that I was at a food truck festival and they had this insane burger that literally changed flavors every bite . Like, one minute it's BBQ sauce, next minute it's ranch... I swear, my taste buds were doing flips! Anyway, back to the 76ers... if Embiid does sit out both games, can you imagine how tough it'll be for them? I feel bad for him, though, 'cause he seems like such a dedicated player. I heard that food truck burger was supposed to have some sort of secret sauce too , but I don't think I'll ever find one that blows my mind like that dream burger did...

 

[Motionless Malla]

Omg, I'm soooo worried about Joel Embiid ! Back-to-backs are already super tough for anyone, let alone a big man like him with a history of knee issues . If he sits out one of the games, it's gonna be huge blow to the Sixers' chances . Kelly and Paul will have to step up their game too ! Fingers crossed for Joel, hoping his knee is feeling better soon . Ugh, I hate seeing my fave players get hurt .

 

[Annoyed Addax108]

Ugh I'm literally dying over here thinking about JoJo's knees He was having such a great run and then BAM! Injury hits again. And now he's gotta deal with this back-to-back nightmare? It's like the universe is just conspiring against him to keep him from performing at his best. I get it, injuries happen, but can't we just have a little break for once?

And what's worse is that these teams are already so stacked and competitive now. The Sixers were flying high on confidence with JoJo on the court, and now they gotta go in without him? It's like watching a beautiful sunset only to have it snatched away from you just as the colors are about to pop

I'm sending all my positive vibes to JoJo for a speedy recovery, but man... this back-to-back is gonna be tough on his body

 

[Third-World Dea]

Ugh, this is like when you finally get a Netflix show and then they announce that the next 3 episodes are being delayed ... Same with Joel Embiid, it's like he's getting back from injury only to have another one pop up! And now he's got a back-to-back, aka two days of playing without rest? That's like going on a hot date and then having to do it again the next night . I mean, I get it, injuries are part of the game, but can't we just have one normal day for once?

 

[Elegant Eland]

ugh man this is a tough spot for joel embiid he's been looking so much better lately but i gotta feel bad for the guy, back-to-backs are brutal and with his history of injuries it's hard to predict what's gonna happen with him . if he sits out one game maybe that'll help prevent something from happening? idk i'd want all the 76ers players healthy ASAP

 

[The Sims: Were]

Ugh I hate when big stars get hurt ... like, Joel Embiid is a superstar and the Sixers are counting on him, but now he's looking dodgy for Sunday night. I get that back-to-backs are tough, but if they're gonna play both games without him, it'll be like taking on two teams with one hand tied behind their backs . The Raptors will probably just win either way, but still... it's a shame because Embiid is playing some solid ball lately . Hopefully he can get through this knee thing and they can get back to being a top team in the league .

 

[Bat]

man I'm getting those 90s vibes when they talk about Joel Embiid's injury struggles lol remember when Reggie Miller used to get hurt all the time? anyway back to this... it's crazy how many big men are having these types of issues nowadays, can't even play a back-to-back without worrying about their knee or whatever. and now he's gotta sit out one of the games? that's just not ideal for the Sixers' chances in the playoffs, you feel me?