Embiid has endured a disastrous campaign thus far, playing in just a quarter of the Sixers' matches after facing a spate of injuries. He finds himself in a similarly precarious position ahead of Philadelphia's duel with the Lakers, having been felled by a left knee malady.

Last night’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers marked yet another absence for Joel Embiid, who remains sidelined with a lingering knee injury that has plagued him throughout the season. While his absence has contributed to the Philadelphia 76ers’ disappointing performance,

The other 76ers sidelined for this game against the Cavs are Caleb Martin (right hip sprain), Andre Drummond (left toe injury recovery), Kyle Lowry (right hip sprain), KJ Martin (left foot stress reaction) and Jared McCain (left knee meniscus surgery).