Joel Embiid to Miss Remainder of Season Due to Knee Injury
76ers Confirm Embiid’s Season Is Over
The Philadelphia 76ers have officially ruled out Joel Embiid for the rest of the 2024-25 season, citing continued issues with his left knee. The team made the announcement Friday after consulting with specialists about the long-term health of their franchise center.
“After further evaluation, it has been determined that he is medically unable to play and will miss the remainder of the season to focus on treatment and rehabilitation,” the 76ers said in a statement. The organization added that they are still working with medical experts to determine the best course of action for his recovery.
Embiid’s Struggles with Injury
The 30-year-old MVP has been dealing with knee problems throughout the season, limiting him to just 19 games out of Philadelphia’s 58 contests so far. Despite his limited action, Embiid has remained one of the league’s most dominant forces, averaging 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game while shooting 44.4% from the field—a dip from his career average of 50.1%.
His latest setback occurred during the 76ers’ 105-103 loss to the Brooklyn Nets last Saturday. Embiid appeared to suffer an issue with his knee late in the third quarter after falling awkwardly on a play. He was slow to get up and did not return for the remainder of the game. Following the contest, reports surfaced that his knee had swollen significantly, raising concerns about his availability for the rest of the season.
A History of Knee Issues
This is not the first time knee problems have derailed Embiid’s season. He underwent surgery in February 2024 to repair a meniscus tear, which limited him to just 39 games last year. The two-time scoring champion and seven-time All-Star has battled injuries throughout his career, and this latest setback raises further questions about his long-term durability.
What’s Next for the 76ers?
With Embiid sidelined, the Sixers will have to adjust their game plan for the remainder of the season. The team will likely rely more on Tobias Harris, Tyrese Maxey, and their supporting cast to step up in Embiid’s absence.
Currently fighting for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia now faces a significant challenge moving forward. While Embiid’s health remains the priority, the 76ers’ championship aspirations for this season have taken a major hit with his absence.
