Both the Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers may be without multiple key players in Wednesday night's matchup.

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the host Cleveland Cavaliers, the team announced.

During a matchup against the Celtics, VJ Edgecombe joked around with Joel Embiid after the latter was poked in the eye on the court.

Josh Giddey powered the Chicago Bulls to a 113–111 win over Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday at home in a statement comeback victory.

Philadelphia 76ers centre Joel Embiid is fined $50,000 (£38,000) by the NBA for what the league determined to be a "lewd gesture" on the court.

Joel Embiid was fined by the NBA for making a “lewd gesture.” Embiid reacted to the news shortly after it was announced on Sunday. After a 2024 campaign plagued by injuries, Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid has made a full recovery.

About an hour before the 76ers tipped off against the Chicago Bulls, Jared McCain pulled out two keepsakes at his locker. One was a green crystal, which is often associated with growth and abundance.

Philadelphia 76ers face a tough road game against Cleveland Cavaliers on November 5, 2025, hampered by significant injuries. Joel Embiid and Paul George are out, while Jared McCain is questionable. Cleveland anticipates Darius Garland's season debut,