Is Joel Embiid playing tonight? Injury update for 76ers in Game 3 against Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers are preparing for a crucial first-round Game 3 in their NBA playoffs matchup against the Boston Celtics , but uncertainty looms over the availability of their star center, Joel Embiid. Embiid has been upgraded to doubtful ahead of Friday’s pivotal Game 3 at home against the Celtics. The star center underwent an emergency appendectomy two weeks ago while in Houston, and he has not played since the procedure.

His status remains uncertain, as the 76ers hope for his return to bolster their chances in this tightly contested series. The Eastern Conference first-round matchup stands tied at 1-1. After suffering a lopsided 123-91 defeat in Game 1, the 76ers responded with a strong performance in Game 2, securing a convincing 111-97 victory to even the series.

More: NBA games today: Schedule, odds, how to watch for April 24 Is Joel Embiid playing tonight? The Philadelphia 76ers ' star Joel Embiid is currently considered doubtful to play in the first-round playoff Game 3 against the Boston Celtics on Friday, April 24. How to watch Game 3: Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics on Friday Date: Friday, April 24 Time: 7 p.

m. (ET) Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena Location: Philadelphia, PA TV: Peacock and NBC Sports Network Streaming: Peacock and NBC Sports Network This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Is Joel Embiid playing tonight? Injury update for 76ers center