Indiana Pacers and was originally expected to be out for this contest. However, he is progressing quicker than expected and the Sixers have upgraded him in this matchup. Here is the latest injury update on Embiid before the matchup with the Hornets: Embiid injury update Embiid is now listed as questionable against the Hornets which means he will likely play in this contest.

Joel Embiid had 34 points and nine assists after missing a game because of a sinus fracture, helping the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Charlotte Hornets 108-98 on Friday night.

Embiid, who suffered the injury on Dec. 13 against the Indiana Pacers, was previously slated to return against the San Antonio Spurs on Dec. 23.