Joel Embiid update: Is the Philadelphia 76ers superstar playing tonight?

Joel Embiid has been out of the lineup for the Philadelphia 76ers since November 22. Embiid scored atleast 30 points in his last four games before getting injured, including a 59 point game against the Utah Jazz on November 14.

In his last six games prior to a foot sprain, Joel Embiid was averaging 37.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.3 blocks per game. There's no denying that Embiid is one of the most dominant players in the league when healthy. After losing Embiid to injury, the 76ers suddenly found their roster depleted with depth.

Fellow superstar teammate James Harden has also been out of the lineup since November 3. Additionally, rising star Tyrese Maxey is also dealing with a foot injury of his own.

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Joel Embiid questionable for Monday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The superstar big man has been dealing with a left mid-foot sprain.

Embiid has missed the 76ers last four games. Despite missing numerous pieces, the team has won three of their last four games. The ability of the 76ers to bounce back and string together wins without their three stars will be an encouraging sign for the coaching staff.

Philly (11-9) are sixth in the East and look to be trending in the right direction.

With Embiid nearing a return to the lineup, it will be crucial for the team to keep that momentum going. Their next challenge will be on Monday night against the Atlanta Hawks at the Wells Fargo Center.

From there, Philadelphia will hit the road for another three-game road trip. It will begin on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, before a clash with Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night.

After a slow start to the 2022-23 season, Embiid was starting to look like his old dominant self. So far this season, he is averaging 32.3 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game while shooting 52.1% from the field.