PHILADELPHIA — Star center Joel Embiid will not suit up for Game 2 against the New York Knicks, the team confirmed on May 6, 2026.
The surprise announcement leaves Philadelphia without its leading scorer and rebounder for the matchup scheduled at Wells Fargo Center. No details about the nature or severity of the injury were disclosed.
Embiid’s absence comes just one game into the series, adding pressure to a roster already relying heavily on his production at both ends of the court.
The 7-foot All-Star had been listed as questionable earlier in the day before being officially ruled out.
Tip-off for Game 2 remains set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Source: New York Post
