Sixers Dealing With Rash of Injuries Ahead of Nets Matchup

Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and others remain sidelined as Philadelphia tries to stay in playoff position.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 2:04am

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The Philadelphia 76ers are facing a slew of injuries ahead of their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday. All-Star center Joel Embiid will miss his eighth straight game due to a right oblique strain, while rising star Tyrese Maxey is also sidelined with a strained tendon in his right finger. The Sixers have gone 1-2 without Maxey so far. Additionally, Kelly Oubre Jr. suffered a left elbow sprain and is expected to be out for an extended period. The Sixers are also dealing with injuries to Andre Drummond, Adem Bona, and Johni Broome, leaving them shorthanded against a Nets team that will be missing several key players as well.

Why it matters

The Sixers' injury woes come at a critical time, as they are trying to maintain their position in the Eastern Conference playoff race. With Embiid out, the team has fallen into the play-in tournament range, raising concerns about potential tanking. However, Embiid's eventual return should provide a significant boost and likely prevent the team from intentionally losing games.

The details

Embiid began individual strength and training work on March 6 but the Sixers have not provided an update on his status moving forward. Maxey is expected to be reevaluated toward the end of the month, with seven regular-season games remaining at that point. Oubre's injury is expected to keep him out until around the time that Paul George's 25-game suspension ends. Broome is also still rehabilitating from a torn left meniscus and is expected to be reevaluated later this month.

  • Embiid has missed eight straight games as of March 14, 2026.
  • Maxey has been out for one week since suffering his injury on March 7, 2026.
  • Oubre suffered his injury on March 14, 2026.
  • George has been suspended for 25 games as of January 29, 2026.
  • Broome underwent a partial meniscectomy on February 28, 2026.

The players

Joel Embiid

A two-time NBA All-Star and the Sixers' star center, who is sidelined with a right oblique strain.

Tyrese Maxey

The Sixers' rising young guard, who is out with a strained tendon in his right finger.

Kelly Oubre Jr.

A veteran wing player who recently joined the Sixers and is now out with a left elbow sprain.

Paul George

The Sixers' forward who is currently serving a 25-game suspension for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy.

Johni Broome

A Sixers player who is rehabilitating from a partial meniscectomy for a torn left meniscus.

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