Joel Embiid 'pissed off' 76ers held him out of game, calls out Daryl Morey

Embiid irked by 76ers, out again against Pistons

Joel Embiid said he was angry at the Sixers for not allowing him to play Wednesday against Washington. After playing Friday, he was ruled out vs. the Pistons.

Joel Embiid, out against Pistons, says he was upset over being held out Wednesday

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joel Embiid, who will not play the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night, said Friday night he was angry at Philadelphia 76ers management for not allowing him to play in Washington on Wednesday.

Joel Embiid out for Sixers-Pistons on Saturday; Paul George probable to complete back-to-back for first time this season

Once the dust had settled after the Sixers' win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, it was unclear exactly which players would be available the following night.

Joel Embiid 'pissed off' 76ers held him out of game, calls out Daryl Morey

Many thought Embiid, known for social media hijinks, was trolling, but he was actually upset by the situation

Joel Embiid returns to Sixers lineup after one-game absence and social media controversy

This all comes after a bizarre Wednesday, when the Sixers ruled Embiid out and he refuted the team's official designation on social media.

Embiid Angered Over Illness That Forced Him To Miss Game

Joel Embiid expressed frustration after not playing in Wednesday's game due to illness. He returned on Friday, contributing 19 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists in a win against Minnesota. In a post-game interview, Embiid revealed he was surprised to be ruled out of the Wizards game, questioning the decision-making of Sixers president Daryl Morey. He had struggled with illness prior but felt ready to play, emphasizing the conflict between him a…