76ers' Joel Embiid a late scratch due to back tightness on Sunday
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is a late scratch on Sunday due to back tightness.
What It Means:
Embiid was removed from the starting lineup after experiencing some tightness in his back in pre-game warmups. Amir Johnson will start at center versus the New Orleans Pelicans.
Embiid is averaging 45.6 FanDuel points per game this season.
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