Opportunity knocks for the New York Knicks. It’s not often they play the Philadelphia 76ers without having to face Ben Simmons. But the point forward won’t be the only Sixer to miss the series finale between Philly and New York.
According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Joel Embiid will miss Thursday’s game with a left shoulder sprain he suffered early in Wednesday’s loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
This is likely going to be New York’s best chance to steal one against Philly in a long time. Simmons’ absence was notable. After all, the Australian-born All-Star is a perfect 11-0 against the Knicks during his career.