Sixers injury news: Joel Embiid will undergo surgery for appendicitis
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Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery in Houston.
The Philadelphia 76ers received some awful news on Thursday afternoon when big man Joel Embiid was listed as out for Thursday's huge matchup with the Houston Rockets. The big fella was placed on the 1:15 p. m.
EDT injury report as out due to illness. However, it appears that it's something serious. The Sixers announced that Embiid has been diagnosed with appendicitis and he will undergo surgery in Houston on Thursday afternoon.
In 38 games in 2025-26, Embiid is averaging 26. 9 points, 7. 7 rebounds, and 3.
9 assists while shooting 48. 9% from the floor and 33. 3% from deep.