Breaking down the timeline of events leading to Joel Embiid missing six consecutive games with a left foot sprain.

Joel Embiid's ongoing knee issues should alter the Sixers' strategy heading into the NBA trade deadline, as they now have far less incentive to make a win-now move.

Joel Embiid returned to Philadelphia 76ers practise in a limited capacity on Monday, January 27 as the 30-year-old center is confirmed to miss the upcoming two fixtures with the Lo

Meanwhile, Andre Drummond (left toe sprain), Caleb Martin (right groin soreness), Kyle Lowry (right hip sprain), KJ Martin (left foot stress reaction) and Jared McCain (left knee surgery) will remain sidelined. McCain will miss the remainder of the season.

When Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the New York Knicks in the playoffs last season, fans were upset but optimistic about the team.

Star trio of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. Kyle Lowry, Caleb

The Philadelphia 76ers have been tipped to trade for the $30 million center amid Joel Embiid's injury problems.

The Philadelphia 76ers played without their All-Star trio of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night.

"So, the next few weeks are important, what happens there," Sixers majority owner Josh Harris said. "We're going to see what happens there and make a good decision. And we'll audible at that point, and we'll find the right spot.

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Winning league MVP in 2023, Embiid followed that campaign by playing just 39 games the next season. Having already missed 31 games entering Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Embiid is ineligible for season awards due to the league's 65-game minimum rule.