Are Joel Embiid, Paul George playing tonight? 76ers vs. Warriors injury report

ByNBAUSA



The Philadelphia 76ers and the Golden State Warriors play tonight, but the stars who lead the game may be spending more time on the availability list than on the court. Philadelphia enters the game with a well-monitored roster, headlined Joel Embiid and Paul Georgeboth of whom are currently questionable to doubtful as the team continues to deal with injuries and conditioning timelines.

Embiid and George’s injury status against the Warriors

Embiid, listed as questionable due to his ongoing recovery from left and right knee injuries, remains the biggest uncertainty. Timing comes a few days after The NBA fined the Sixers $100,000 for improperly reporting injuriesciting Embiid’s sudden availability after initially being ruled out against Atlanta.

That decision has now put an even brighter spotlight on Philadelphia’s pregame updates.

If Embiid sits, the scoring burden shifts back to George, though his availability isn’t guaranteed either.

George is officially questionable with his recovery from a left knee injury, and while he has shown flashes in recent outings, he admitted that fitness and fatigue remain obstacles.

“Getting there,” George reiterated after the game when asked about his rhythm. “I just have to get my legs under me… I feel like my legs aren’t as strong as they should be.”

The nine-time All-Star added that he is still battling what he called “training camp leg.” At age 35, George’s acceleration schedule seemed more cautious than urgent, suggesting another game-time decision could be coming.

76ers injury status

meanwhile, supporting pieces because Philly is also affected: Quentin Grimes (right calf strain) is questionable, while Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford remain out. Rookie Jared McCain has been cleared to play while wearing a thumb splint.

Warrior injury status

Golden State doesn’t enter completely healthy either. The Warriors have already ruled out Stephen Curry (left quad contusion), while Jonathan Cummings, Trace Jackson-Davis, Quinten Post and Jimmy Butler III are listed as questionable.

With both sides fighting for availability rather than against each other, tonight’s matchup may hinge less on star power and more on depth, and who is healthy enough to respond when the ball goes up.





2025-12-04 15:24:00

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