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The Philadelphia 76ers were blown out in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series against the New York Knicks. Sixers star center Joel Embiid struggled in the game, going 3-for-11 from the field.
Health is often an area of concern for Joel Embiid, and the Philadelphia 76ers big man questioned a play by Mikal Bridges that left him doubled over in pain during the second quarter of Monday's 137-98 loss to the New York Knicks.
New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges was accused of a dirty play on Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid in Monday's Game 1.
Joel Embiid was probable with a right hip contusion before facing the New York Knicks on Monday. However, he showed up on the court, just like he’s been doing since his debut in the 2026 playoffs.
The Philadelphia 76ers shocked the Boston Celtics by overcoming a 3-1 deficit in their first-round series and advancing in the playoffs with Saturday's Game 7 win, which set up a showdown with the New York Knicks.