Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will be a spectator for his team's first game in 2025 due to a sprained left foot that will prevent him from playing Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. Embiid was initially listed as out due to rest before the team later changed his designation to the foot ailment.

Once again, the Philadelphia 76ers entered a matchup with Joel Embiid on the injury report listed as questionable. While that’s been the trend lately, so has taking the court and playing. After getting cleared for action against the Portland Trail Blazers,

Joel Embiid had 37 points and nine rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 125-103. Tyrese Maxey added 23 points for the Sixers.