THE Philadelphia 76ers visit the New York Knicks on Sunday at Madison Square Garden in New York, with tip-off at 7 p.m. ET. This will be the third game of their season series, with the Knicks winning both, and it is part of the NBA’s nine-game slate.
The 76ers, 35-38, are seventh in the East, having suffered three straight losses and are 3-7 in their last 10. Most recently, they lost to the New Orleans Pelicans 103-95 at home. Tobias Harris and Kelly Oubre Jr. combined for 41 points, 17 rebounds and five assists.
Meanwhile, the Knicks, 37-26, are fourth in the East, 2-3 in their last five games and 4-6 in their previous 10. They are coming off a 98-74 victory over the Orlando Magic at home on Friday.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks injury report
The 76ers listed four players on their injury report: PG Tyrese Maxey (concussion), PF Robert Covington (knee), SG De’Anthony Melton (back) and C Joel Embiid (knee) are out.
What happened to Joel Embiid?
Earlier this week, reports surfaced that the Philadelphia 76ers center had started on-field workouts and was operating at full capacity in the weight room.
However, it is still expected that last season’s MVP likely won’t return until early April. Upon his return, he is expected to face restrictions during his first matches on the field.
The injury occurred with just over four minutes remaining on January 30. Joel Embiid was trying to post up Draymond Green when Jonathan Kuminga came in for a double team, causing the ball to drop.
In the race for the ball, Embiid and Kuminga found themselves on the ground. During the fight, Kuminga accidentally landed on Embiideknee.
New York Knicks injury report for March 10
The Knicks listed three players on their injury report: SF OG Anunoby (elbow), PF Julius Randle (shoulder) and C Mitchell Robinson (ankle) are out.
What happened to Julius Randle?
New York Knicks forward Julius Randle has been out since January 27 with a dislocated shoulder.
In his first public remarks since his injury, the All-Star revealed that the possibility of undergoing surgery was still being explored.
Randle averaged 24 points, 9.2 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 46 games. His performance earned him a spot on his third All-Star team, but injury prevented his participation.
