Is Joel Embiid playing tonight against the Denver Nuggets?

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The NBA’s MVP Ladder has been dominated by big men for the last 3 years. Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been at the forefront for the last 3 years now. After missing out by the barest of margins on 2 consecutive occasions, Embiid senses a genuine chance at the coveted award this season, as voter fatigue will play a major role in bringing Jokic down. With 2 weeks of action remaining in the regular season, Embiid is currently leading the MVP ladder. The Philadelphia 76ers currently placed third in the relatively relaxed eastern conference with a 49-25 record, and have clinched a playoff spot.

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Embiid spoke to the Athletic prior to the game about how different players are perceived and went “People always thought that I was wild when I said this—I really believe that I’m not well-liked. And it’s cool with me, that’s fine. I’ll be the bad guy. I like being the a–hole anyway. I like being the underdog. So that’s fine with me”.

Embiid currently leads the league in scoring with 33.3 points per game. The 76ers have lost 2 out of their last 3 games and will hope to conclude their 4-game road trip with a Win.

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Is Joel Embiid playing tonight against the Nuggets?

Sixers injury report tonight vs Nuggets (9:30 EST)

Joel Embiid (ankle): questionable
James Harden (Achilles): questionable
Danuel House Jr (shoulder): questionable

I would put the chances of Joel Embiid missing this matchup at a firm 0%
— Sean Barnard (@Sean_Barnard1) March 27, 2023

Joel Embiid has been listed as questionable for their marquee matchup against the Denver Nuggets. A sore right ankle has kept him on the injury report for the past three games but the big man suited up on all three occasions, including a 46-point outing against the Golden State Warriors. James Harden also sits on the injury report with a questionable status thanks to an Achilles discomfort.

The Nuggets listed neither Nikola Jokic nor Jamal Murray in the injury report. Michael Porter Jr. (left heel) is questionable for tonight’s game. The Nuggets are coming off an emphatic 23-point victory against the Milwaukee Bucks and will hope to capitalise on the momentum built.

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Where does Joel Embiid play?

Joel Embiid is a 7ft, 280lb athlete. Players with such physical traits are typically employed as traditional centers, and Embiid has played center throughout his career. Centers are typically expected to be the primary defensive presence of a team. They are the main rebounders and rim protectors who also set important screens and increase the efficiency of a pick and roll. Embiid has all the aforementioned attributes while bringing consistent scoring to the table.

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Joel Embiid Fantasy impact

Joel Embiid posted a double-double for the 76ers Saturday night, grabbing 10 rebounds and scoring 28 points (8-19 FG, 1-4 3PT, 11-13 FT) while also blocking two shots and dishing out four assists in a 125-105 loss to the Suns. Embiid has provided steady scoring and rebounding of late for the 76ers, grabbing at least seven rebounds and scoring at least 12 points in each of his last five games. The 29-year-old center has offered strong output on a nightly basis for fantasy owners, averaging 33.3 points, 4.2 assists, and 10.2 rebounds per game while carrying a 37.1% usage rate so far this season.