Joel Embiid Injury Status Update for April 26th, 2026
Joel Embiid of the Sixers is listed as questionable on today's injury report. He was previously listed as Doubtful, so this represents a change in his availability outlook.
Joel Embiid Season Averages
On the season, Joel has appeared in 38 games for the Sixers, averaging 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game in 31.6 minutes.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.6 | 26.9 | 7.7 | 4.0 | 18.3 |
Sixers Performance With & Without Joel Embiid
The numbers tell a clear story about Joel's value to the Sixers. With Joel in the lineup this season, the team is 24-14. Without him, they've gone 21-23. The Sixers's net rating is 7.7 points worse per 100 possessions when Joel plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (111.5 vs 117.5), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 24-14 | 21-23 | — |
| Off Rating | 117.5 | 111.5 | -6.0 |
| Def Rating | 113.5 | 115.3 | +1.7 |
| Net Rating | 3.9 | -3.8 | -7.7 |
| PPG | 119.4 | 112.2 | -7.2 |
Potential Teammate Impact if Joel Embiid Sits
Joel's availability will affect how touches and minutes are distributed across the Sixers roster. Here are the teammates most likely to see a shift.
Joel's status remains uncertain, and a final decision may come closer to game time. Check back for real-time updates on his availability and the full Sixers injury report.