Joel Embiid returns from sinus fracture to play against Charlotte
Joel Embiid started for for the Philadelphia 76ers against Charlotte on Friday night after missing a game because of a sinus fracture
By DAN GELSTON
Published - Dec 20, 2024, 07:20 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 20, 2024, 07:20 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers against Charlotte on Friday night after missing a game because of a sinus fracture.
Embiid was introduced to a roaring ovation and wore a protective “ Phantom of the Opera ” mask in his return.
Embiid has been ravaged by injuries this season and had only played in six games, mostly due to knee soreness — a pivotal reason why the Sixers are well under .500 and not a threat to contend in the Eastern Conference.
Coach Nick Nurse said ahead of the game that Embiid's outlook was “positive” going into his pregame workout and that there are always numerous factors in deciding if the oft-injured two-time NBA scoring champion will play each game.
