Joel Embiid has been ruled out for the Philadelphia 76ers' game against the Orlando Magic due to ongoing right knee injury management, marking his eighth consecutive absence. Despite Tyrese Maxey being available,

A decimated version of the Sixers was blown out by the Magic, making it worth wondering if the Sixers' 15th standard roster spot should be left open.

Joel Embiid's lingering knee concerns will keep him off the court for the Philadelphia 76ers' Sunday game versus the Miami Heat.

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse reacts after a disastrous third quarter led to a loss vs. the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night.

Sixers head coach Nick Nurse provided some updates on both Embiid (right knee) and George (left knee) after the game, including whether or not the two stars could suit up in Friday night's NBA Cup Group Play game against the Pistons in Detroit. Law Murray has added himself to the list of NBA voices to marvel at what Tyrese Maxey is doing right now:

Philadelphia 76ers’ rookie VJ Edgecombe is questionable for Sunday’s contest versus the Miami Heat with quad tightness. Joel Embiid and Adem Bona remain sidelined.

The Sixers are 4-0 to open the season, despite Joel Embiid (knee) playing limited minutes and Paul George (knee) yet to play this season.