Joel Embiid Ruled Out for Saturday's Game vs. Mavericks Due to Illness, Knee

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Mavericks due to an illness and right knee injury management. This marks his second consecutive missed game and both ends of the 76ers' back-to-back set. Andre Drummond is expected to start at center in his absence, with Adem Bona serving as the primary backup. Embiid's next opportunity to play will be Tuesday against Brooklyn.