According to Philadelphia 76ers beat writer Keith Pompey, star center Joel Embiid is out for Monday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies for rest purposes.
The #Sixers center will miss the game because of planned rest. https://t.co/dZShb6eOlX
This will be Embiid’s first game on the sidelines since December 13 – also against the Grizzlies.
The 27-year-old has been nothing short of remarkable for Philly this season, averaging 29.1 PPG, 10.8 RPG, and 4.4 APG – firmly cementing himself in the MVP conversation.
Philadelphia (third in Eastern Conference) is coming off its fourth-straight victory Saturday, a 103-101 win over the Sacramento Kings – a game in which Embiid tallied 36 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists.