Joel Embiid faces yet another injury challenge as he experiences swelling in his left knee, resulting in his absence from the Philadelphia 76ers' upcoming road trip. This setback comes after he missed six games due to a sprained left foot. Following a workout, the swelling prompted the team to consult with medical staff and outside doctors, leading to the decision for Embiid to undergo further treatment and be re-evaluated in a week to ten days.

As a consequence, Embiid will not participate in several key matchups, including games against Indiana, Milwaukee, and Denver. This season has been tough for the Sixers, with Embiid missing 26 games thus far. The team's performance reflects their struggles, boasting a 7-6 record with Embiid and a stark 8-18 without him, placing them 11th in the Eastern Conference standings.