Final Injury Report for Nets-76ers, Will Joel Embiid, Paul George Play?

The Philadelphia 76ers are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference matchup.

Philadelphia enters Tuesday’s game with a 16-11 record after defeating the Dallas Mavericks at home on Saturday night.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese MaxeyBill Streicher-Imagn Images

In Saturday’s victory over the Mavericks, Tyrese Maxey led the way for the 76ers as he recorded 38 points and four assists while V.J. Edgecombe added 26 points, six rebounds and four assists of his own.

Now Philadelphia will try to grab another victory at home on Tuesday night as they face off against a struggling Nets team.

On the other side, Brooklyn enters Tuesday’s contest with an 8-19 record after defeating the Toronto Raptors at home on Sunday.

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17)Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Michael Porter Jr. led the way for the Nets in Sunday’s victory as he ended the game with 24 points, 11 rebounds and five assists while Noah Clowney recorded 19 points and nine rebounds.

While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Tuesday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.

Nets Injury Report, Will Cam Thomas Play?

For the Nets, they have three players listed on their injury report, including guard Cam Thomas.

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24).© Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Brooklyn has ruled out Thomas due to a left hamstring strain that has sidelined him since November 5.

The Nets have also ruled out Drake Powell due to an ankle sprain while Haywood Highsmith remains sidelined to begin the season while recovering from knee surgery.

76ers Injury Report, Will Joel Embiid, Paul George Play?

On the other side, the 76ers have five players listed on their injury report, including Joel Embiid.

Philadelphia has listed Embiid as probable due to right knee injury management and he is expected to return from a two-game absence.

The 76ers have listed Dominick Barlow as questionable due to an illness and if he is unable to play, Adem Bona and Andre Drummond may have larger roles.

Quentin Grimes has also been listed as questionable with an illness and if he ends up being ruled out, Jared McCain and Justin Edwards could have larger roles.

Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford have been ruled out as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries while Paul George is off the injury report and will play after missing Saturday’s victory over the Mavericks.

Fans can catch Tuesday night’s matchup between the Nets and 76ers from Philadelphia at 7:00 p.m. EST.

This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 23, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Final Injury Report for Nets-76ers, Will Joel Embiid, Paul George Play?

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