The Philadelphia 76ers have provided major updates on stars Joel Embiid and Paul George in their latest injury report ahead of their upcoming game against the Toronto Raptors.
**Joel Embiid Update**
Joel Embiid is not on the injury list and will be available after missing Wednesday’s 132-121 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The former MVP sat out as part of a scheduled rest on the second night of a back-to-back. Embiid had announced during the preseason that he would not play on consecutive nights due to managing a nagging left knee injury sustained since the start of the 2023-24 season.
The 76ers suffered their third loss in four games without Embiid on the floor against Cleveland. His return is expected to boost Philadelphia as they aim to reverse their recent slide.
**Paul George Update**
Paul George’s season debut has been delayed once again as he continues to recover from knee surgery. 76ers head coach Nick Nurse announced on Friday that George will miss at least two more games, including Saturday’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors. George will also consult with doctors to assess his progress and determine his availability moving forward.
**Additional Player Updates**
The 76ers received a positive update on second-year guard Jarred McCain, who has been upgraded to “available.” A 2024 first-round pick, McCain has been managing injuries to his left thumb and left knee. After undergoing surgery for a torn meniscus in December, McCain experienced another setback in September with a torn ligament in his right thumb. He made his season debut on Tuesday against Chicago but missed Wednesday’s game versus Cleveland due to injury management.
Meanwhile, forward Dominick Barlow remains on the same recovery timeline as Paul George. Barlow has played only two games this season and is currently sidelined due to an elbow laceration. Like George, Barlow will consult with surgeons to evaluate his recovery and determine when he can return to action.
**Where to Watch: 76ers vs. Raptors**
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers will face off against the Toronto Raptors at home on Sunday. The game will be broadcast locally on NBC Sports Philadelphia and TSN.
Philadelphia enters this contest following back-to-back losses, while Toronto is riding a four-game winning streak, including impressive wins over the Cavaliers and Bucks. The 76ers will hope to bounce back quickly with the benefit of a two-day rest after a challenging schedule.
Stay tuned for more updates as the 76ers push forward in the 2023-24 NBA season.
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