The situation can’t get any worse for the City of Brotherly Love. It has only been a season to forget, as they continue to suffer under the big gloomy cloud called the ‘Injuries’. Joel Embiid, after a delayed start to the season, has again found himself on the injury report. This time, the big man isn’t alone. There are a few other additions, making the Sixers weaker than ever before. Tonight, taking on Nikola Jokić & Co., they look far from giving a tough competition.
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Firstly, the 76ers have already lost the competition before the tip-off. We all are aware of the domination that Nikola Jokić brings to the paint. And most importantly, we are also aware of how Joel Embiid managed to put a fight against Joker in the Olympics semi-finals to help Team USA cross the line. However, tonight, the Sixers not only miss Embiid but also two of their backup center, Andre Drummond and Guerschon Yabusele.
So, the Sixers are clearly lacking a specialist near the rim to tame Jokic. Nevertheless, moving on from that disaster, the Philly side has yet another concerning update. Paul George, who missed the last two games with a groin injury, will miss tonight’s game, as the team listed him out.
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Nov 20, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) dribbles during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Apart from that, here is the list of other injured players:
- Caleb Martin (Hip) – Out
- Kyle Lowry (Hip) -Out
- KJ Martin (Foot) – Out
- Jared McCain (Left Knee) – Out
On the other hand, the Nuggets have two important pieces, missing out on tonight’s action, giving the 76ers a mild chance to take the win. The team listed Jamal Murray and Peyton Watson in the Probable category with left calf and head injury, respectively.
Paul George & Co. vs the Denver Nuggets: Starting Lineup and Depth Chart
The Philadelphia 76ers have gone to have extent where they are far from getting a repair before the season ends. One of the ideal options that the team can work on is ruling out Embiid for the rest of the season and getting him prepared for the next season. Or else the repeated injuries will continue to bother the team. Speaking of tonight, the Sixers have a 9-man roster and have no option other than rallying behind Tyrese Maxey.
The Philadelphia 76ers
| STARTING LINEUP | SECOND UNIT | THIRD UNIT | |
| PG | Tyrese Maxey | Jeff Downtin Jr. | Reggie Jackson Jr. |
| SG | Kelly Oubre Jr. | – | – |
| SF | Ricky Council IV | – | – |
| PF | Justin Edwards | Eric Gordon | – |
| C | Adem Bona | Pete Nance | – |
The Denver Nuggets
| STARTING LINEUP | SECOND UNIT | THIRD UNIT | |
| PG | Russell Westbrook | Jalen Pickett | Trey Alexander |
| SG | Christian Braun | Julian Strawther | – |
| SF | Michael Porter Jr. | Hunter Tyson | – |
| PF | Aaron Gordon | – | – |
| C | Nikola Jokic | DeAndre Jordan | Dario Saric |
The Nuggets have shown unreal development since their early slump. So, the West might have to watch out before the Mile-High City steals the top spot before the postseason. Can we expect a miracle from the shorthanded Sixers or will it be yet another easy win for the Nuggets? Let us know in the comments below.