Joel Embiid Leaves Game With Face Injury

Joel Embiid exited the Philadelphia 76ers' game against the Indiana Pacers before halftime due to a facial injury sustained from a hit by Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin. The team ruled him out for the remainder of the game, stating he would undergo further testing to assess the injury. This incident marks another setback for Embiid, who has already been struggling with a left knee issue and has missed a significant portion of the season. He had accumulated 12 points, four rebounds, and five assists in just 17 minutes of play before leaving the court. The 76ers are concerned about the impact of this injury, especially as their core players, including Embiid, have played limited games together this season. Further updates regarding the severity of Embiid's injury are expected in the coming days.