Joel Embiid Ruled Out of Playoff Game 2 Due to Hip and Ankle Injuries
The Philadelphia 76ers will play Game 2 of their second-round series without star center Joel Embiid. He is dealing with right hip soreness and a right ankle sprain after a poor performance in Game 1. The NBA also fined Jaylen Brown $50,000 for comments about referees following Boston's first-round loss to the 76ers.
espn.comJoel Embiid will not play in Game 2 of the second-round playoff series on Wednesday night. The Philadelphia 76ers center is dealing with right hip soreness and a right ankle sprain. He did not participate in the team's shootaround.
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His status changed after he experienced discomfort from the ailments. In Game 1, he scored 14 points on 3-of-11 shooting and struggled defensively as the opposing team exploited his reduced mobility. The 76ers will turn to other players to fill the void at center. The team's other scorers are expected to see an increased role on offense. Backup centers could receive additional minutes.
Embiid missed the end of the regular season and the first three games of the first round after surgery for appendicitis. He returned for the final four games as the 76ers overcame a 3-1 deficit. The 76ers won two regular-season games against the opposing team without Embiid, both on the road.
The NBA fined Boston's Jaylen Brown $50,000 for his comments criticizing the referees. The fine came after a live stream following Game 7 and the series loss in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers. The comments were made during the broadcast after the conclusion of the series.
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Story Timeline
3 events- May 6, 2026
Joel Embiid ruled out for Game 2 due to right hip soreness and right ankle sprain.
1 sourcenypost.com - May 4, 2026
Game 1 of second-round series played with Embiid scoring 14 points on 3-of-11 shooting.
1 sourcenypost.com - After first-round Game 7
Jaylen Brown fined $50,000 by NBA for criticizing referees in live stream.
1 source@ShamsCharania
Potential Impact
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The team will start Game 2 without the player who appeared in Game 1.
- 02
The 76ers will adjust their offensive approach without their starting center.
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Backup centers on the roster will receive more playing time during Game 2.
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