Philadelphia 76ers Joel Embiid vs New Orleans Pelicans (Image via Getty) Joel Embiid is questionable for the Philadelphia 76ers’ road game against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The team has listed him with right knee injury management, and a final call is expected closer to tip-off.He has not been ruled out, but he is not confirmed to play. His availability is likely to remain uncertain until the final injury report is released before the game.
What Joel Embiid’s official injury report says for the Phoenix Suns game (February 7, 2026)
The league injury report lists Joel Embiid as “Questionable – Right Knee; Injury.” The designation means he is still under evaluation and could play if cleared.Philadelphia 76ers will be without Paul George, who is serving a league suspension. Kelly Oubre Jr. is available after recovering from a left knee issue and is expected to play while wearing a brace. Embiid is the only key rotation player whose status is unclear.
Philadelphia 76ers injury report vs Suns (February 7, 2026)
PlayerStatusInjury/Reason Joel Embiid Questionable Right knee injury management Paul George Out League suspension Kelly Oubre Jr. Available Left knee (will wear brace)
Joel Embiid’s Recent availability and season production
Embiid has played in five of the team’s last six games entering the matchup with Phoenix. While the knee remains a concern, he has been on the floor more often this season than in some previous years.He is averaging about 26 points and 7 rebounds per game. When he plays, the offense usually runs through him.His injury history includes knee soreness, ankle issues, and past surgeries. Because of that, the team has regularly listed him as day-to-day and has managed his workload, especially during busy travel stretches and games on consecutive nights.
What changes if Embiid does not play
If Embiid sits, Andre Drummond is expected to start at center for the Philadelphia 76ers. Rookie Adem Bona would likely take on a larger bench role.Without Embiid, the 76ers lose their main interior scorer and a frequent source of free throws. More responsibility would shift to Tyrese Maxey and the perimeter players. It would also change how Phoenix defends the paint and could affect the overall pace of the game.
Importance of this matchup
This is the second and final meeting between the teams in the 2025-26 regular season. Phoenix won the first game. Both teams are competing for playoff position, so player availability matters.Embiid often appears on the injury report, and each listing brings uncertainty. Whether he plays can influence how the game unfolds.Bottom lineEmbiid remains a game-time decision for the matchup against the Suns. He is not ruled out, but there is no guarantee he will play.Also read: Philadelphia 76ers vs Phoenix Suns injury report: Who’s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 7, 2026)If he is available, Philadelphia 76ers keep its usual inside scoring and rim protection. If he is out, the team will need more production from its guards and wings. The final injury update before tip-off will provide the answer.