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

The Philadelphia 76ers are on the road on Sunday afternoon as they travel to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in an interconference showdown.

Philadelphia enters Sunday’s game with a 16-13 record after losing on the road to the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and guard Tyrese Maxey (0)© Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

In Friday’s loss to the Bulls, Joel Embiid led the way for the 76ers as he recorded 31 points and five rebounds while Tyrese Maxey added 27 points, four rebounds and eight assists of his own.

Now Philadelphia will try to bounce back on Sunday as they face off against the Thunder in a tough road matchup.

On the other side, Oklahoma City enters Sunday’s contest with a 26-5 record after losing at home to the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night in their Christmas Day matchup.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderJaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way for the Thunder in Thursday’s loss as he ended the game with 22 points, six rebounds and four assists while Isaiah Hartenstein recorded 13 points and 12 rebounds.

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

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

For the 76ers, they have four players listed on their injury report, including two of their stars in Embiid and Paul George.

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21)© Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Philadelphia has ruled out Embiid due to a right ankle sprain and right knee injury management as he will miss his first game since December 20.

With Embiid sidelined, Andre Drummond will likely draw a start in his place while Dominck Barlow and Adem Bona could also have increased roles.

The 76ers have also ruled out Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8)© Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

George has been listed as probable due to left knee injury management and he is expected to play against the Thunder.

Thunder Injury Report, Will Ajay Mitchell, Jaylin Williams Play?

On the other side, the Thunder have four players listed on their injury report, though Ajay Mitchell is not one of them.

Of course, Mitchell has missed the last two games due to him being in concussion protocol but he is off the injury report and will play on Sunday against the 76ers.

Oklahoma City has ruled out Jaylin Williams as he continues to recover from a heel injury while Ousmane Dieng is out due to a calf strain.

The Thunder have also ruled out Nikola Topic and Thomas Sorber as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.

Fans can catch Sunday afternoon’s matchup between the 76ers and Thunder from Oklahoma City at 3:30 p.m. EST.

This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 28, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

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

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