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Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Ready to Take on Bucks

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has shed a questionable tag and will play on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He exited the lineup on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets, opening the door for Andre Drummond to start. On Tuesday, Drummond will return to a bench role. Embiid has feasted in his most recent appearances, finishing four consecutive games with 30-plus points. This stretch includes his 10th career triple-double.

Yesterday

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Returns to Action Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) has been officially cleared for Tuesday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. He will make his return to the lineup after missing the first leg of a back-to-back on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets. George has averaged 14.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in 32.4 minutes per game across January. As a result of George's return, Dominick Barlow must settle for a place on the bench against Milwaukee.

Yesterday

Quentin Grimes • SG • 76ers

Quentin Grimes Won't Play Against Bucks

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Quentin Grimes (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. This isn't unexpected, as Grimes was a late addition to the injury report due to a right ankle sprain. He presumably suffered the injury during Monday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. Grimes' departure from the lineup may keep Jared McCain in the rotation on Tuesday night. After logging just one minute of action across the previous five games, McCain took advantage of garbage time minutes on Monday, notching 16 points, three rebounds, three assists, and one block.

Yesterday

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Resting Versus Charlotte

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) won't play on Monday against the Hornets. The Sixers will face the Bucks on Tuesday night, so George will sit this one out before presumably returning for that contest. With Joel Embiid (knee) also ruled out, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Kelly Oubre Jr. should see the most scoring opportunities. Quentin Grimes may also find a spot in the starting lineup, with the former Knick averaging 12.0 points, 5.7 assists, and 1.1 steals in seven starts this season.

3 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Won't Play on Monday Night

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) won't play on Monday in Charlotte. The 31-year-old has picked things up from a production standpoint of late, most recently amassing 38 points in Saturday's loss to the New York Knicks. His knee appeared to be bothering him late in that contest, so it's unknown if he's being held out for that reason, or if its to keep him fresh for Tuesday's meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks. With Embiid sidelined, Andre Drummond will likely slide into the starting lineup, with the 2012 No. 9 overall pick averaging 8.9 points and 11.2 boards in 16 starts this season.

3 days ago

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Set to Suit Up Against New York

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against the Knicks as he continues left knee injury management. George has played through the issue recently, averaging 14.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.8 steals in 31.7 minutes over his last five appearances. His availability slightly redistributes usage, trimming opportunities for Kelly Oubre Jr. and dialing back secondary touches for VJ Edgecombe and Quentin Grimes. George remains a hold in standard leagues, with moderate production tied to health and workload alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

4 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid On Track to Play vs. Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) is probable for Saturday's matchup against the Knicks after sitting earlier this week for ankle management. He returned Thursday and delivered 32 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one block, and one steal in 46 minutes, signaling full workload capability. Over his last five appearances, Embiid is averaging 28.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.8 assists while shooting 51.7 percent in 34.5 minutes. If active, he remains a top-tier anchor across formats, though managers should note occasional rest risk tied to schedule density.

4 days ago

Paul George • SF • 76ers |

Dominick Barlow • PF • 76ers

Paul George Active Against Rockets, Dominick Barlow Drops to the Bench

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Houston Rockets. He has missed two games due to knee injury management. While Kelly Oubre Jr. was initially George's replacement in the first unit, Dominick Barlow will make way for him on Thursday. Joel Embiid (ankle) will also return for Philadelphia on Thursday, giving the team a lot of scoring potential. George has contributed 15.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in January.

6 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Back for 76ers Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) will play on Thursday against the Houston Rockets. He will return to the lineup after a one-game absence, having been initially listed as probable for Thursday's matchup. The former MVP has scored 30 points in each of his last two appearances and is averaging 26.7 points and 7.3 rebounds for the month. Houston is ranked sixth in defensive efficiency and allows the fewest rebounds in the league to opposing centers, so Embiid must bring his A-game on Thursday to be effective.

6 days ago

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Could Miss Third Straight Game Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) continues to carry a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's tilt against the Houston Rockets. George is managing a left knee injury and also held a questionable designation before Tuesday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. Ultimately, he missed a second consecutive contest. Kelly Oubre Jr. has started in George's absence, delivering a pair of strong performances. For the season, Oubre Jr. has averaged 16.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.4 steals as a member of the first unit. Thursday's game could be a potential banana skin for Oubre Jr., as the Rockets have recently climbed to sixth in defensive efficiency with their improved efforts without the ball.

6 days ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Considered Probable Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) is expected to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Houston Rockets, as the team has listed him as probable for the game. The former MVP took a night off for the second leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns. It was only his second absence in 12 games. Embiid has built good momentum and has a chance to post a third consecutive 30-point game on Thursday night in a fascinating matchup against Alperen Sengun. Andre Drummond started on Tuesday and will drop back to the bench if Embiid returns, while Adem Bona's workload will also decrease.

6 days ago

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Could Return Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) sat out Monday's matchup against the Pacers, but the team listed him as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Suns, when the team finishes their back-to-back. Since PG has played three straight games before sitting on Monday, it seems very possible he'll be back in action on Tuesday. In his 23 games this season, he has averaged 15.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.3 steals in 29.8 minutes per game. If he is back in the mix on Tuesday, Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre Jr. will have less work available on the wings.

Jan 20

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Will Not Play Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (injury management) will not play on the second night of the team's back-to-back when they take on the Suns in Philly on Tuesday. Embiid had 30 points and nine rebounds in 33 minutes in the Sixers' win on Monday, but has still not been cleared to play in both games of back-to-back sets. In his place on Tuesday, look for Adem Bona and Andre Drummond to get more work against the Suns, who listed their starting center, Mark Williams, as questionable for injury management for this contest as well.

Jan 20

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Slated to Suit Up Monday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will play on Monday against the Indiana Pacers. The team has upgraded his status on the injury report from questionable to available, and he is listed to start ahead of tonight's matchup. Embiid last faced the Pacers on Dec. 12, posting 39 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 32 minutes. Fantasy managers should expect the 31-year-old star big man to have another strong outing this evening, as he's averaged 26.0 points across his last five games.

Jan 19

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Sidelined on Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) is unavailable for Monday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. George will sit out tonight's contest due to left knee injury management after he had played in three consecutive games. He is averaging 15.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.3 steals across 29.8 minutes per game across 23 outings this campaign. With George out of action, more scoring opportunities will likely come to Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre as they will have heavier workloads in the Sixers frontcourt this evening.

Jan 19

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Active Against Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will play on Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team has upgraded his status on the injury report from probable to available. Embiid faced the Cavaliers only a couple of nights ago, posting 20 points, four rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 25 minutes. Embiid's workload was limited because the game turned into a blowout. The Sixers will hope to avoid another embarrassing home loss on Friday.

Jan 16

Dominick Barlow • PF • 76ers

Dominick Barlow Good to Go Friday

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Dominick Barlow (back) has been upgraded to available for Friday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team initially listed Barlow as questionable for the game after he hurt his back in Wednesday's loss to Cleveland. Barlow has been a regular starter for Philadelphia throughout the campaign, averaging 8.3 points and 5.2 rebounds. His numbers have slipped this month, down to 7.1 points and 4.3 rebounds.

Jan 16

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Available Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) will be active on Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is available to make his third consecutive appearance after the team listed him as probable on the initial injury report. George will meet the Cavaliers for the second time this week. In Wednesday's heavy 133-107 loss in the matchup, George contributed 17 points, four rebounds, four assists, and one steal.

Jan 16

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Likely to Go Friday Against Cleveland

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Cleveland due to left knee injury management, a familiar designation after he carried the same tag Wednesday. After appearing in each of the past two contests, George looks positioned to make another start, logging 17 points, four rebounds, and four assists in 30 minutes in the last meeting with the Cavaliers. With George in the lineup, the rotation tightens and usage drops for VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Quentin Grimes.

Jan 16

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Expected to Play Friday vs. Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers due to left knee injury management, marking another appearance on the injury report this week. Despite the recurring designation, Embiid has delivered when active, averaging 25.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.0 three-pointers, and 1.0 blocks in 31.5 minutes over his last five games. Fantasy managers can continue starting him confidently, with Tyrese Maxey and Paul George maintaining stable roles alongside him.

Jan 16

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