Sixers' Embiid Questionable for Trail Blazers Matchup

Philadelphia looks to cap West Coast trip with fourth win on Monday

Feb. 8, 2026 at 7:31pm

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The Philadelphia 76ers will wrap up their 5-game West Coast road trip on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. All-Star center Joel Embiid is listed as questionable due to right knee injury management, while the Sixers will be without the suspended Paul George for the sixth straight game.

Why it matters

Embiid's status is crucial for the Sixers as they aim to finish their road swing with a 4-1 record and continue building momentum ahead of the playoffs. The team has found success without George, but Embiid's presence is key to their overall success.

The details

The Sixers are coming off a win over the Phoenix Suns on Saturday and have a chance to go 4-1 on their West Coast trip. Embiid continues to be listed as questionable due to right knee injury management, as the team looks to keep the All-Star center healthy for the postseason push. Philadelphia has been able to win games without the suspended Paul George, who is serving a 25-game suspension and will miss his sixth straight contest against the Trail Blazers.

  • The Sixers-Trail Blazers game is set for Monday, February 9th at 10 p.m. EST.
  • This will be the sixth game of Paul George's 25-game suspension.

The players

Joel Embiid

All-Star center for the Philadelphia 76ers who is listed as questionable for Monday's game due to right knee injury management.

Paul George

Sixers forward who is serving a 25-game suspension and will miss his sixth straight game against the Trail Blazers.

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What’s next

The Sixers will await a decision on Embiid's status for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

The takeaway

The Sixers have found ways to win without George, but Embiid's health remains crucial to their overall success. Philadelphia will look to cap their West Coast trip with a fourth victory and continue building momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.