Joel Embiid Injury Status Announced by Philadelphia 76ers vs Rockets

Philly radio host sorry for accusing Joel Embiid of faking illness: ‘Feel like an idiot’

Jon Marks, a radio host on 97.5 The Fanatic, said he felt like "a real idiot" for saying Sixers star Joel Embiid was faking an illness a few hours before Philadelphia's game against the Rockets on Thursday.

Joel Embiid ruled out for Sixers-Rockets on Thursday

Joel Embiid will not play in what is far and away the most challenging game left on the Sixers' schedule. The team may need to finish the season 3-0 to earn a playoff spot.

Joel Embiid Injury Status Announced by Philadelphia 76ers vs Rockets

The Philadelphia 76ers are paying a visit to the Houston Rockets on Thursday, April 9. Joel Embiid’s injury status doesn’t seem to be an issue for Philly, for the time being. When the Sixers released their initial injury report on Wednesday night, Embiid was not listed. Barring any unexpected changes on game day, Embiid is set to suit up and play for the Sixers in a must-win outing. Lately, Embiid has battled with multiple setbacks. Dating back …