Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs the Denver Nuggets? Latest update on the Philadelphia 76ers star's injury report (January 5, 2026)
Philadelphia 76ers' star Joel Embiid is set to play tonight against the Denver Nuggets, marking a significant step in his recovery. Despite ongoing knee and ankle management, Embiid has shown recent progress, playing consistently. Denver faces considerable injury woes, notably without Nikola Jokic, significantly weakening their interior defense and giving the Sixers a clear advantage.
Philadelphia 76ers' star Joel Embiid is set to play tonight against the Denver Nuggets, marking a significant step in his recovery. Despite ongoing knee and ankle management, Embiid has shown recent progress, playing consistently. Denver faces considerable injury woes, notably without Nikola Jokic, significantly weakening their interior defense and giving the Sixers a clear advantage.
