Joel Embiid (knee) expected to be doubtful for Game 1 Monday
by Evan Ritter | 76ers Correspondent | Sat, Apr 29th 9:12pm EDT
Joel Embiid’s status for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Celtics remains in question, with the injury to his right knee now considered to be more serious than a Grade 1 LCL sprain, per NBA Insider Shams Charania of The Athletic. (Shams Charania via Twitter )
Fantasy Impact:
With Atlanta being able to extend the series against Boston in the first round, the Sixers were hoping Embiid would have enough time to work his way back from the right knee injury he suffered in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. Not only was it, not enough time, but the team now fears the injury may be more serious than the initial diagnosis of a Grade 1 LCL sprain. While no official word has been released, all signs point to Embiid missing the start of the series Monday night in Boston. If, in fact, the MVP candidate is sidelined, Paul Reed would likely get another starting nod, while James Harden and Tyrese Maxey would receive significant usage bumps. That said, fantasy managers should do their due diligence and wait for an official injury designation closer to Monday’s 7:30 EST tipoff before setting any lineups.
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