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Embiid Sidelined: Sixers Face Celtics Without Star Center
22 Apr
Summary
- Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 after appendectomy surgery.
- Sixers lost Game 1 by 32 points without their star center.
- Paul George is expected to take a larger role in Game 2.
Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics, having undergone an appendectomy. While not playing in Tuesday's matchup, Embiid has commenced his strength and conditioning program, aiming for a potential return later in the series. The Sixers faced significant challenges in Game 1 without their MVP candidate, losing by 32 points and struggling offensively.
With Embiid out, the 76ers are significant underdogs in Game 2, facing a 13.5-point spread. The team's performance during the regular season without Embiid was notably weaker, highlighting his crucial offensive production. Paul George, who scored 17 points efficiently in Game 1, is expected to shoulder a greater scoring load in Embiid's absence, potentially nearing his season average for shot attempts.
