The Philadelphia 76ers won their first playoff game in five years on Sunday night, and fans were elated. Joel Embiid produced a career high of 41 points in the process, and he was awarded with his second straight playoff victory in just 14 days. The team’s comeback from 3-1 down to 5-4 up couldn’t have come at a better time for Philly fans who had been waiting nearly four decades to see it happen.
76ers fans can breathe a much-needed sigh of relief after escaping a terrifying injury scare to Joel Embiid. The team’s star center was on the verge of tears when he went down with an apparent meniscus tear in his left knee, but thankfully it turned out to be just a scare.
The Ben Simmons issue has dominated headlines for the Philadelphia 76ers so far this season, but Joel Embiid’s persistent knee ailment has been much more concerning. After the season opener against the New Orleans Pelicans, Embiid allegedly “couldn’t walk for two days,” and he hasn’t looked like himself so far.
Over the weekend, 76ers fans held their breath as their superstar center had an MRI on his right knee. That MRI revealed good news for Embiid’s health in the future, much to their pleasure.
Joel Embiid has been battling a nagging knee issue.
Over the last three years, Embiid has been one of the most unguardable forces in the NBA, but he hasn’t looked that way after six games. Early in the season, the four-time All-Star is averaging only 21.0 points and 8.7 rebounds per game, his lowest numbers since his freshman season.
That drop in productivity might be related to Embiid’s meniscus injury from last season’s playoffs. During the offseason, he chose not to have surgery.
Apparently, Embiid’s meniscus issue is still bothering him, as ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne said last week on NBA Today that the center “couldn’t walk for two days” following the Pelicans game due to knee stiffness.
Shelburne said, “He’s playing because Ben Simmons isn’t playing.” “One of them has to be on the court.” At this time, he wants to demonstrate leadership.”
Embiid’s meniscus issue flared up after hitting knees with JonasValanciunas in the season opener, according to Shelburne, and he hasn’t been 100 percent since.
She said, “He’s settling for a mid-range game that he doesn’t have right now.” “With Embiid, the argument is that he missed out on the MVP award last year because he didn’t play nearly enough games. This is something he doesn’t want to undertake this year.”
After Embiid’s MRI, 76ers fans may exhale a sigh of relief.
According to reports, Embiid got an MRI on his ailing right knee over the weekend, which indicated no issues. Because the Sixers’ schedule is so busy, he’ll be sitting this game. On Wednesday, he’ll be back. https://t.co/Kve1flM3xW
November 1, 2021 — Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne)
The 76ers were concerned about Embiid’s troubles on the court and the discomfort he was experiencing after games, so an MRI on his right knee was scheduled over the weekend.
Fortunately for Philadelphia, it seems like the squad has escaped a major injury setback.
In a tweet on Monday, Shelburne said that an MRI on Embiid’s right knee “found no issues.” The big man will sit out Monday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers to relax, but Shelburne expects him to return against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night.
The sound you’re hearing is the city of Philadelphia exhaling a sigh of relaxation in unison.
“I’m OK,” Embiid says.
The Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid strides onto the floor before a game against the Atlanta Hawks | Mitchell Leff/Getty Images
Despite the negative MRI, Sixers fans may be worried about Embiid’s health because to his lengthy injury history. However, the 27-year-recent old’s statements about his knee should help to calm their nerves.
“There are no excuses,” I constantly remark. After the 76ers’ recent win against the Detroit Pistons, Embiid informed reporters, “I’m OK.” “I can’t say I’m unhappy. I’m doing what I like, and every day when I get up, that’s exactly what I want to do and keep focused on. And whatever occurs, occurs. But I’m all right.”
Philly fans are hoping he’s correct.
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76ers fans can breathe a much-needed sigh of relief after escaping a terrifying injury scare to Joel Embiid. The 76ers center was taken off the court on a stretcher and was later diagnosed with a concussion. Reference: bleacher report simmons.
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