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76ers' Joel Embiid Back for Game 3; Knicks' OG Anunoby Out
Joel Embiid returned to the starting lineup after missing Game 2, while the Knicks said OG Anunoby remains day-to-day with a hamstring strain.
On Friday, the New York Knicks ruled forward OG Anunoby out for Game 3 against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a right hamstring strain, while 76ers center Joel Embiid returned to the starting lineup.
Anunoby sustained a right hamstring strain late in New York's 108-102 victory Wednesday; ESPN insider Tim MacMahon advised against playing him Friday, citing risk of losing him for the postseason.
Averaging 21.4 points and 1.9 blocks per game over eight postseason games, the forward has been pivotal for the Knicks, making his health a major organizational priority.
Philadelphia coach Nick Nurse confirmed Embiid would play Friday following a morning shootaround; the 76ers entered Game 3 trailing 0-2 in the series.
Anunoby's status for Sunday's Game 4 in Philadelphia remains day-to-day and uncertain, though the Knicks organization maintains optimism regarding his potential return later in the series.