Joel Embiid Sidelined for Game 2 with Ankle and Hip Injuries

Joel Embiid missed Wednesday's 108-102 Game 2 loss to the Knicks due to a sprained right ankle and persistent right hip soreness. Added to the injury report shortly before tip-off, his absence leaves the 76ers trailing 0-2 in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Head coach Nick Nurse confirmed Embiid is currently day-to-day. Despite a more competitive effort from Philadelphia in his absence, the team was unable to overcome the Knicks to secure a win.