Jaylen Brown injury rumors swirl after preseason collision with Embiid

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Jaylen Brown injury rumors swirl after preseason collision with Embiid
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Philadelphia 76ers forward Jaylen Brown faced injury rumors following a collision with teammate Joel Embiid during a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 8. A viral Facebook post erroneously claimed Brown suffered a season-ending knee injury, causing concern among fans. However, he continued to play after the incident, finishing the game with 18 points. The Sixers have not confirmed any injury to Brown, and he is expected to participate in future games, although his status for an upcoming matchup against the Boston Celtics remains uncertain. Coach Nick Nurse suggested that key players, including Brown, may not play in both of the team's final preseason contests.

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  • •Brown collided with Embiid during the October 8 game against the Nets.
  • •Viral claims about a season-ending injury are unsubstantiated.
  • •Brown scored 18 points after the collision and finished the game.
  • •Next game may not feature Brown as part of a rotation strategy.
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A viral Facebook post claims 76ers star Jaylen Brown suffered a season-ending knee injury. The evidence tells a different story. The post Jaylen Brown Injury Rumor Spreads After 76ers Scare: What We Know appeared first on HEAVY.

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