Why did Joel Embiid has been ruled out the game

The news comes as a surprise since he hadn't been on the earlier injury report

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Embiid is currently in the middle of an incredible season and is averaging 36.0 points, 11.4 rebounds, 5.8 assists

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1.1 steals and 1.8 blocks per contest while shooting 53.9% from the field and 36.8% from the three-point range in 33 games

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Embiid is out with left knee soreness, source says. Sixers training staff had concerns while watching Embiid during his warm-up routine

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made decision for him to sit out vs. Denver today, sources said. Sixers are without Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris

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The 76ers are also among the best teams in the league and have a 29-14 record in their first 43 games

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They are 6-4 over their last ten games and 12-8 in the 20 games they have played on the road

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