Is Joel Embiid playing tonight against Cleveland Cavaliers? Latest on 76ers star's status for back-to-back (Nov. 13)

Joel Embiid returned to on-court action on Tuesday against the New York Knicks. The Philadelphia 76ers star missed the first nine games, managing his left knee injury for the first six and serving a suspension for the last three games. The 76ers play again on Wednesday against the unbeaten Cleveland Cavaliers.

However, Embiid remains iffy to suit up on the second night of a back-to-back. After claiming at the start of the season that he would skip playing back-to-backs, he took a U-turn on that decision after his season debut.

"I want to. That's up to those guys [the medical staff]. I mean, I know I said I would never play back-to-backs, but I'm a troll," Embiid said.

"So, I'm sure at some point I'll play. I feel good. I feel good right now. We're gonna see, but it's up to them."

Embiid can be considered day-to-day for now, and the Sixers will likely take a call on his availability based on how his knee reacts before Wednesday's game.

On Tuesday, he looked rusty and out of shape after getting no in-game reps before his comeback. Embiid could only tally 13 points on 2-of-11 shots. He went 8 of 8 from the free throw line. He added three rebounds and five assists.

The 76ers lost 111-99 against their division rivals, dropping to 2-8 on the season.

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Joel Embiid stats vs. Cleveland Cavaliers

Joel Embiid has played 19 games against the Cavaliers this season. He's averaged 26.3 points, 11.6 rebounds and 4.0 assists. Embiid holds an 11-8 head-to-head record against the Cavaliers.

While he's usually been solid against them, it may not be the same outcome if he suits up on Wednesday. The Cavaliers are 12-0 on the season and looking formidable, with their star quartet of Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen showing impeccable chemistry.

Joel Embiid could have a long night on both ends against the Mobley-Allen tandem.

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How to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Philadelphia 76ers?

The Cleveland Cavaliers-Philadelphia 76ers game will be televised locally by FanDuel Sports Network - Ohio and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Viewers outside the U.S. can watch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET at Wells Fargo Center, the 76ers' homecourt.