Joel Embiid Out At Least 3 Games With Oblique Strain

Joel Embiid will miss at least three games due to a strained right oblique, the 76ers announced Saturday. The issue surfaced after Thursday's win over the Heat, where he scored 26 points with 11 rebounds. He will consult with doctors, and his status for Sunday against the Celtics is uncertain. Andre Drummond and Adem Bona are expected to see increased roles. An MRI revealed the injury, and he will be re-evaluated after Wednesday's game against Utah. Embiid has missed 29 games this season, averaging 29.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists.