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The Sixers are in Serious Trouble Without Joel Embiid. What Now?

The MVP finalist is out indefinitely after suffering an orbital fracture and mild concussion in the first round. Here’s how his absence affects the 76ers on the court.

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Joel Embiid out indefinitely with orbital fracture, mild concussion suffered in Sixers’ Game 6 win at Raptors

PHILADELPHIA — Sixers MVP finalist Joel Embiid suffered a right orbital fracture and a mild concussion in Thursday’s Game 6, series-clinching victory at the Toronto Raptors, the team confirmed Friday night. He is out indefinitely and further updates will be provided as appropriate, the team said.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Joel Embiid Reportedly Out Indefinitely With Orbital Fracture

The 76ers star will be sidelined as the franchise begins its series with the No. 1 seeded Heat.

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Joel Embiid out for Game 1, no timetable for return

Shams Charania: Sources: 76ers All-NBA star Joel Embiid suffered a right orbital fracture and mild concussion in series-clinching Game 6 win last night in Toronto. He will be listed as out and there is no timetable for his return. Source: Twitter ...

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The Sixers were waiting for James Harden to unleash his full arsenal. He delivered in Game 6.

TORONTO — The 76ers have been waiting for James Harden to be aggressive on offense while displaying the balance he strives to maintain. He delivered Thursday night against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Chris Boucher on free agency: I love Toronto… I owe it all to Toronto

Josh Lewenberg: Chris Boucher said he hasn't thought about his upcoming free agency, focus has been on the season. Will get there in the next few weeks/months. "I love Toronto. Toronto did a lot for me. From the young player I was when I came here ...

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Tobias Harris wants this grandma freed from her cage after the 76ers finally beat the Raptors

Free Grandma. Free her right now.

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Sixers blast Raptors in Game 6 to close out first-round playoff series with 132-97 win

TORONTO — Tyrese Maxey sat atop the Scotiabank Arena scorer’s table Thursday afternoon, when Georges Niang interrupted while walking toward the crowd surrounding the Sixers’ second-year point guard.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Fred VanVleet out for Game 6

Michael Grange: Fred VanVleet (hip) is out for Game 6. Source: Twitter @michaelgrange What's the buzz on Twitter? Michael Grange @ michaelgrange VanVleet (hip) is out for Game 6. - 5:18 PM Tim Bontemps @ TimBontemps Fred VanVleet officially won't ...

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Scottie Barnes made it his personal mission to destroy everyone at practice during his Rookie of the Year campaign

I'm not sure it was like Jimmy Butler in Game of Zones...but it was probably intense.

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If the Sixers choke against the Raptors, where would the collapse rank in Philly sports history?

Don't deny it. You're thinking about it. You wouldn't be a Philadelphia sports fan, full of skepticism and even cynicism, always hedging your hope, if you weren't thinking about it. Yes, the 76ers are still up three games to two on the Raptors in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals. Yes, they're…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Fred VanVleet doubtful for Game 6

Tim Reynolds: Fred VanVleet is officially doubtful for Game 6. Source: Twitter @ByTimReynolds What's the buzz on Twitter? Doug Smith @ SmithRaps For bookkeeping purposes, Raptors have Fred VanVleet listed as "doubtful" for Game 6 with a hip flexor ...

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Scottie Barnes: ‘I feel great, mentally and physically’

Josh Lewenberg: Scottie Barnes, going into Game 6: "I feel great. My body feels great. Mentally, physically, I feel great." Source: Twitter @JLew1050 What's the buzz on Twitter? Eric Koreen @ ekoreen "I feel great. My body feels great. Overall, ...

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David Murphy: The Sixers are in trouble, and it’s on Doc Rivers and James Harden to avoid a historic collapse

Somebody needs to wake up and smell the history, because it’s a hell of a lot closer than anybody with the 76ers seemed to realize after their embarrassing 103-88 no-show of a loss to the Raptors in Game 5.

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Marcus Hayes: Ben Simmons a no-show for Nets while Joel Embiid plays through pain for Sixers in the NBA playoffs

PHILADELPHIA — The symmetry could not have been purer. The contrast could not have been starker.

Sports Illustrated

It’s Time to Have a Conversation About James Harden

With the Raptors gaining momentum against the 76ers, if ever there was a perfect time for him to take over and dominate, it might be now.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Sixers suddenly facing embarrassing situation after 103-88 loss to Raptors forces Game 6 Thursday in Toronto

PHILADELPHIA — Oh, boy. Philly, the 76ers might have a problem.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Joel Embiid fined $15,000 for criticizing officials after Sixers’ Game 4 loss to Toronto Raptors

Joel Embiid’s postgame remarks turned out to be costly.

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Fred VanVleet out for Game 5

Tim Bontemps: Fred VanVleet says he won't play tonight, says he's taking it day by day from here. Source: Twitter @TimBontemps What's the buzz on Twitter? Mike Ganter @ Mike_Ganter So no big surprise that VanVleet is a no go for Game 5. Nurse said ...

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David Murphy: The Sixers once again need to reinvent themselves around an injured Joel Embiid

TORONTO — A half hour after it ended, the gravity of the opportunity they squandered became clear. Joel Embiid trudged into a makeshift conference room at Scotiabank Arena with a black athletic wrap on his hand and a blank expression on his face. He spoke in a tone that we…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

MRI confirms ligament tear in Sixers star Joel Embiid’s right thumb

The MRI confirmed what the 76ers knew: Joel Embiid has a ligament tear in his right thumb.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Joel Embiid Has Torn Ligament, Delays Thumb Surgery

The center played through the injury during Game 4.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Keith Pompey: For Sixers to contend, Joel Embiid must dig deep and find a way to play through pain

TORONTO — Doc Rivers acknowledged the 76ers are concerned about Joel Embiid’s right thumb.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Raptors beat Sixers, 110-102, to force a Game 5 and fend off sweep in first-round playoff series

TORONTO — Joel Embiid stood at the free-throw line, hands on knees and hunched over, preparing to take a pair of ultimately meaningless free throws. He then shook his hand as the first shot dropped through the net, a sign of the clear pain he will need to fight through…

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Fred VanVleet exits Game 4 with hip strain, does not return

Josh Lewenberg: Official Fred VanVleet update. Left hip strain. He's done for afternoon. Source: Twitter @JLew1050 What's the buzz on Twitter? Aaron Rose @ AaronBenRose Fred VanVleet is out for the remainder of the game - 3:36 PM Ryan Wolstat @ ...

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