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Joel Embiid Injury Scare: Sixers Star Keeps Pushing Through

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Joel Embiid's resilience shines as he returns to the court despite injury scare!

Joel Embiid, the powerhouse center of the Philadelphia 76ers, faced another injury scare during a recent game against the New York Knicks. Despite the setback that forced him to the locker room in the second quarter, Embiid displayed true grit and determination by returning to the game and finishing with an impressive stat line of 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. The MVP candidate's performance showcased his importance to the Sixers and their playoff aspirations.

76ers head coach Nick Nurse confirmed that there are no plans to shut down the 'warrior' Joel Embiid, highlighting the team's reliance on his presence on the court. Even though the Sixers faced a tough loss in Game One of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Embiid's tenacity and leadership were evident throughout the game.

In a thrilling matchup marked by intense competition, the Knicks managed to secure a victory over the Sixers, with Joel Embiid at the center of attention due to his injury scare. Despite the challenges, Embiid's return to the court after the halftime break provided a glimpse of his resilience and commitment to his team's success.

As the NBA playoffs progress, all eyes will be on Joel Embiid and his ability to lead the Philadelphia 76ers through adversity. His performance in Game One, where he battled through an injury to continue fighting for his team, has cemented his status as a true NBA warrior and a key player to watch in the postseason.

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No plans to shut down Joel Embiid after latest injury scare - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

76ers coach Nick Nurse said there are no plans to shut down Joel Embiid after he was forced to the locker room in the second quarter after injuring his ...

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Joel Embiid appears to reinjure knee, returns for 2nd half of Sixers ... (NBA.com)

Embiid finishes with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists in Philadelphia's series-opening loss to New York.

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Sixers' Joel Embiid returns in loss vs. Knicks after injury scare (The Athletic)

Embiid was on the ground for several minutes in the second quarter as 76ers personnel looked at his knee.

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Josh Hart Wows NBA Fans as Brunson, Knicks Outduel Joel Embiid ... (Bleacher Report)

It wasn't easy, but the New York Knicks secured a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game One of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals. The Knicks led…

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76ers HC: No Plans to Shut Down 'Warrior' Joel Embiid After Injury ... (Bleacher Report)

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse said the team has no plans of shutting down Joel Embiid after an injury scare in a 111-104 Game One loss to the ...

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NBA playoffs: Knicks take Game 1 while Sixers avoid disaster with ... (Yahoo Sports)

BANG! Josh Hart and OG Anunoby hit a pair of HUGE threes · Joel Embiid suffers a lower-body injury following a dunk. He immediately went to the locker room.

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Sixers-Knicks news: Knicks take Game 1, 111-104, but not before a ... (The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Embiid went down with a scare for the second time since returning from meniscus surgery but led the charge in erasing a double-digit deficit in third ...

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Joel Embiid showed how badly the Sixers need him on the floor to ... (Yahoo Sports)

The reigning MVP showed in Game 1 how much Philadelphia needs him on the floor to have a chance against New York.

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Sixers can't hold early lead as Joel Embiid and co. limp home in ... (Reading Eagle)

The Sixers dominated the first five minutes of their opening round playoff game with the New York Knicks so much Saturday that it looked like they might ...

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Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey top Knicks' Tom Thibodeau's first-round ... (New York Daily News)

Despite missing two months because of a knee injury, Joel Embiid averaged 30.4 points while shooting 49.5% from the field and 48.1% from deep over his final ...

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Here's how Mitchell Robinson changed Game 1 for the Knicks vs ... (NorthJersey.com)

Mitchell Robinson came off the NY Knicks' bench and gave his team exactly what it needed against Joel Embiid and the Sixers.

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Joel Embiid returns after injury scare, but Knicks take Game 1 ... (USA TODAY)

Joel Embiid returned to the court in the third quarter after he exited for the locker room in the first half with an apparent knee injury.

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NBA playoffs: Joel Embiid exits Game 1 vs. Knicks with apparent leg ... (Yahoo Cars UK)

Embiid returned from knee surgery less than three weeks ago.

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Nick Nurse Speaks on Joel Embiid's Quick Absence vs. Knicks (Sports Illustrated)

Joel Embiid dealt with an injury scare in Game 1 against the Knicks.

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Sixers' fate rests on the shoulders — and knee — of Joel Embiid (The Athletic)

The reigning MVP was a "warrior" in Game 1 against the Knicks, but things weren't the same after yet another injury scare.

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After Game 1 injury scare, Joel Embiid remains at the center of ... (CBSSports.com)

The Sixers lost Game 1, but it was the non-Embiid minutes that did them in.

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Nick Nurse Addresses Idea of Shutting Joel Embiid Down vs. Knicks (Sports Illustrated)

The Philadelphia 76ers aren't believed to be on a path to shutting down Joel Embiid against the Knicks, according to Nick Nurse.

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Why Knicks vs. 76ers revolves around Joel Embiid, whose injury ... (CBSSports.com)

The Sixers lost Game 1, and it was the non-Embiid minutes that did them in.

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Joel Embiid's knee 'pretty good' but Game 2 status versus Knicks still ... (New York Post)

Asked after Sunday's nominally optional workout how Joel Embiid's knee was faring, 76ers head coach Nick Nurse shrugged of any worries.

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