Embiid and George were both full participants in Friday's practice, but will not play in Saturday's home matchup against the Memphis Grizzles. The Sixers are 1-3 without their All-Stars.
Embiid and George were both full participants in Friday's practice, but will not play in Saturday's home matchup against the Memphis Grizzles. The Sixers are 1-3 without their All-Stars.
“You know certain players in the league I’m talking about,” Nurse said, alluding to players such as Stephen Curry, Damian Lillard, or Trae Young. “When they cross, your defense better be picking them up and you better ready. Because screens are coming, and when they get off it, more screens are coming.
The absences of Embiid and George have also forced Nurse into rotation experimentation, which could impact lineup combinations once they return.Nurse said Friday that exact roles are still a work in progress for Martin, who has had more play-initiating responsibility put on his plate, and Guerschon Yabusele, who has needed to play more backup center with Embiid out.
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