{"id":691790,"date":"2026-04-01T11:59:16","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T11:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/691790\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T11:59:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T11:59:16","slug":"will-joel-embiids-concerning-reveal-affect-status-for-76ers-wizards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/691790\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Joel Embiid’s Concerning Reveal Affect Status for 76ers-Wizards?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPhoto by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Sixers All-Star, Joel Embiid<\/p>\n

Following a recent loss, Philadelphia 76ers<\/a> center Joel Embiid revealed that he is dealing with an illness.<\/p>\n

In the 119-109 loss against the Miami Heat<\/a>, Embiid played and managed to check in for 34 minutes.<\/p>\n

The star center shot 10-25 from the field, 2-6 from three, and 4-5 from the free-throw line. He scored 26 points while producing seven rebounds, three assists, and one block. Embiid finished the game with a minus-18.<\/p>\n

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GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 OCTOBER 25: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots a foul shot against the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 25, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Hornets 125-121. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what the star center said following the loss, evaluating his performance:<\/p>\n

\u201cTerrible. Well, first, I wish I wasn\u2019t sick, So, maybe that would have helped to play better. So, physically, I just was not in it, and then secondly, obviously, if the first part was better, then I guess I would have had more energy to do all the things. So yeah, just gotta take off myself and get out of it and play better.\u201d via Sixers Wire<\/a><\/p>\n

76ers Announce Joel Embiid\u2019s Status After Concerning Reveal
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GettyJoel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the New York Knicks<\/a> in Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 22, 2024 in New York City.<\/p>\n

Although Embiid admitted he was dealing with an illness, that doesn\u2019t mean the Sixers\u2019 center is headed towards a night off.<\/p>\n

When the Sixers\u2019 official injury report was revealed on Tuesday, March 31, Embiid was not listed against the Washington Wizards<\/a>. While the report can change over time, the initial status for Embiid is available.<\/p>\n

Recently, Embiid returned to the court after a long stretch of absences. He\u2019s had three different setbacks since early February.<\/p>\n

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GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 NOVEMBER 30: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket against Onyeka Okongwu #17 and Keaton Wallace #2 of the Atlanta Hawks<\/a> during the first half at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 30, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Before the All-Star break, Embiid was missing games due to knee soreness. After the break, shin soreness played a part in his delayed return as well. After five absences, Embiid returned for a two-game stretch in late February.<\/p>\n

During the Sixers\u2019 February 26 win against the Heat, Embiid suffered an oblique strain. He missed the next 13 games for the Sixers. Embiid was back on the court for their March 25 game against the Chicago Bulls<\/a>. He\u2019s set to make four appearances in a row on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

The Sixers are searching for their 42nd win on Wednesday. They are currently seventh in the Eastern Conference, trailing the Toronto Raptors<\/a> by 1.0 games.<\/p>\n

The Sixers-Wizards game is set for a 7 PM ET tip.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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