Joel Embiid will miss the remainder of the season due to ongoing issues with his knee. Embiid finishes the season with averages of 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists in 30.2 minutes over 19 games. Embiid’s PER dropped from 33.4 in 23-24 to 23.1 this season.
“The Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Embiid have been consulting with top specialists regarding ongoing issues with his left knee,” wrote the Sixers in their statement. “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.
“We are working with medical experts to determine the exact treatment plan and will update media when we have more information. The team and specialists will continue working with Joel to ensure the best path forward for his long-term health and performance.”
Embiid and the Sixers signed a three-year, $193 million extension in September that some around the league now believe to be untradeable.
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