The Philadelphia 76ers are preparing to face the Golden State Warriors in the second leg of a four-game stand away from home. The Sixers are looking to win their 50th game of the season. Ahead of the 10:00 P.M. EST tip-off, Philly fans everywhere have one big question on their minds: Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. the Warriors?
Joel Embiid injury status vs. Warriors
Embiid was initially listed as questionable on the NBA injury report with right calf tightness. In the Sixers' win against the Chicago Bulls on Monday, Embiid did not play in the second half after experiencing a calf issue in the first half.
Doc Rivers said that he expects Embiid to should be ready to play against Stephen Curry and the Warriors. True enough, the Sixers confirmed a few hours before tipoff that Embiid is indeed available to play on Friday.
As the Sixers approach the playoffs, they know that health is of the utmost importance as they pursue a championship. Embiid and James Harden, who have dealt with injuries at various points this season and during last year's playoffs, are making sure they're fully ready and healthy at the end of the regular season.
Embiid is one of three injuries on the Sixers' side as Harden is also listed as questionable after missing Philly's last game (Harden had now been downgraded to out). The same is true for Jalen McDaniels. For the Warriors, Andrew Wiggins, Gary Payton II and Andre Iguodala are out.
Now, with the question of is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. the Warriors, the answer is yes.
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