Is Joel Embiid playing tonight against OKC Thunder? Latest on Philadelphia 76ers MVP's status (Jan. 14)

Joel Embiid will remain sidelined for the Philadelphia 76ers' game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. The star center is listed as out on the Sixers’ injury report as he continues to recover from a left foot sprain. This will mark Embiid’s fifth consecutive missed game, a significant setback for Nick Nurse’s squad.

Tuesday’s matchup will be the 76ers' 38th matchup of the season, with Embiid having missed 25 of them. His absence has been a major factor in Philadelphia's struggles this season, as it sits 11th in the Eastern Conference standings with a disappointing 15-22 record.

The Paris Olympics gold medalist last played on Jan. 4 in a victory over the Brooklyn Nets, where he delivered a stellar performance, recording 28 points, 12 rebounds and six assists.

Overall, Joel Embiid averages 24.4 points on 45.2% shooting, including 32.7% from beyond the arc, along with 7.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.0 blocks per game.

In addition to Embiid, the 76ers will be without several key players as they face the top team in the Western Conference. Kyle Lowry is ruled out due to a right hip strain, Andre Drummond is sidelined with a left toe sprain and KJ Martin will miss the game with a left foot stress reaction.

Caleb Martin is also listed as questionable as he deals with a groin injury, adding further uncertainty to the Sixers’ lineup.

Where to watch Philadelphia 76ers vs. OKC Thunder?

The Philadelphia 76ers vs. OKC Thunder game will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. EST (4 p.m. PT).

The Sixers vs. Thunder game will be broadcast live on NBCS-PH (local) and FDSOK (local), while the pregame coverage will begin one hour before tip-off. NBA League Pass and the FuboTV app and website (regional restrictions may apply) will live stream the game.