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Joel Embiid Injury: Updates on 76ers Star's Knee and Return

Alec NathanJan 20, 2017

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid had not played since suffering a left knee contusion on Jan. 20 against the Portland Trail Blazers. However, he's ready to return.

Continue for updates.

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Embiid Active vs. Rockets

Friday, Jan. 27

The team announced Embiid will be available to play Friday against Houston.

Embiid Comments on Injury

Friday, Jan. 20

"Everything looked good," Embiid said of the MRI results, according to CSN Philly's Jessica Camerato. "I feel great."

Embiid Has Emerged as Dominant Force After Injury Issues

Embiid has a well-documented injury history, as he missed the first two years of his career due to foot surgeries. But he's generally stayed healthy during his first season on the NBA hardwood.

Although he missed a game on Dec. 11 with minor inflammation in his right elbow, Embiid returned to the floor in expedient fashion following a strong start to his rookie season.

Thirty games into his inaugural NBA campaign, Embiid is on a torrid pace with averages of 19.8 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.5 blocks while shooting 46.2 percent from the field and 34.8 percent from three.

"His ability to not only score in the post but shoot the ball, it keeps the defense off balance," Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James said of Embiid, per Camerato. "You've just got to continue to work the defense, work your habits and work the game plan more than anything."