Joel Embiid 'pushing' 76ers to trade for Jimmy Butler as season teeters on brink . This is not the first time we've seen a report citing Embiid's interest in bringing Butler back

The Philadelphia 76ers shocked the NBA world on Friday night when they defeated the NBA's best team, the Cleveland Cavaliers. They did it without Joel Embiid, as well. Embiid has missed the last 10 games straight for the 76ers,

After wrapping up a three-game trip on the road, the Philadelphia 76ers returned to their practice court on Thursday morning to prepare for a Friday night match

Another day, another injury update for the Philadelphia 76ers. The team announced Monday that Paul George will miss Tuesday's matchup against the Los

The other 76ers sidelined for this game against the Cavs are Caleb Martin (right hip sprain), Andre Drummond (left toe injury recovery), Kyle Lowry (right hip sprain), KJ Martin (left foot stress reaction) and Jared McCain (left knee meniscus surgery).

“While the foot sprain has healed, Embiid experienced an increase in swelling in his left knee following the workout,” the Sixers said in a statement. “After consulting with team medical staff and external doctors, Embiid will receive treatment in the coming days to address the swelling.”

NBA rumors suggest the Philadelphia 76ers may explore trades as Joel Embiid's injury fuels speculation about becoming sellers.

Apr 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) during overtime in game 5 of the first round of the 2024 NBA playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

The organization had high expectations after signing Paul George over the offseason to team up with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, George's time in the City of Brotherly Love may be shortlived, according to Vince Goodwill of Yahoo! Sports .

Embiid has endured a disastrous campaign thus far, playing in just a quarter of the Sixers' matches after facing a spate of injuries. He finds himself in a similarly precarious position ahead of Philadelphia's duel with the Lakers, having been felled by a left knee malady.

Here is the full injury report for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers as they take on the Los Angeles Lakers at home on Tuesday.