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Nick Nurse comments on Joel Embiid's health after 76ers' win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 3:59 AM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Nick Nurse comments on Joel Embiid's health after 76ers' win

Summary

Following the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-112 victory over the Toronto Raptors on November 12, head coach Nick Nurse expressed optimism about Joel Embiid's condition. Nurse noted a recent decline in Embiid's mobility but praised his progress during the game. Embiid, who has been coping with plantar fasciitis and an injury scare after a fall, scored 20 points and contributed four rebounds and three assists. Tyrese Maxey led the team with 27 points. The 76ers, now 10-3 this season, are set for back-to-back games against the Indiana Pacers and Brooklyn Nets.

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Status Watch

•Embiid scored 20 points on 7-of-17 shooting against the Raptors.
•Tyrese Maxey was the leading scorer with 27 points.
•Nurse noted Embiid's improved mobility during the game.
•Embiid has struggled with plantar fasciitis and injuries recently.
•The 76ers improved to 10-3 and face the Pacers next.

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3:59 AMYahoo Sports — 76ers’ Nick Nurse speaks up on Joel Embiid amid center’s mobility concerns

What they're saying

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The Philadelphia 76ers have been keeping a close eye on Joel Embiid’s health , and head coach Nick Nurse liked what he saw from his star center on Thursday night. After the Sixers’ 123-112 win over the Toronto Raptors, Nurse acknowledged that Embiid’s mobility seemed to drop off over the last few games. However, he believes the big man took a step […] The post 76ers’ Nick Nurse speaks up on Joel Embiid amid center’s mobility concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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