Embiid Cleared to Play Monday, Shakes Off Injury Concerns with Strong Performance

Joel Embiid is available for Monday's game against the Nuggets, despite managing a left knee injury and right ankle soreness. The star center has been active in five of the last six games, averaging 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.2 blocks in 33.8 minutes. After missing most of October and November, Embiid recently made his first appearance in the Fantasy Basketball High Score perfect lineup for Week 11, highlighted by a 34-point, 10-rebound, 8-assist, 3-stock game against the Grizzlies, demonstrating his return to form.