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CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 26: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers participates in media day at 76ers Training Complex on September 26, 2025 in Camden, New Jersey. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

On Saturday evening, the Philadelphia 76ers will be in Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Jazz.

The 76ers are coming off a 139-118 victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Joel Embiid did not play in the game.

Philadelphia 76ers Make Joel Embiid Announcement

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 04: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Phoenix Suns at the Wells Fargo Center on November 04, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

For Saturday’s game, the 76ers have announced that they will remain without Embiid.

Ky Carlin of Sixers Wire wrote: “OUT: Joel Embiid (right oblique strain), Tyrese Maxey (right finger tendon injury), Paul George (league suspension), Kelly Oubre Jr. (left elbow sprain), Johni Broome (right knee surgery recovery) #Sixers”

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 20: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks during Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Wells Fargo Center on June 20, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Embiid is still an elite center when he is on the floor.

The 2023 MVP is averaging 26.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.1 blocks per contest while shooting 49.5% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range in 33 games.

Yahoo Sports wrote (on March 15): “Strange but true: Since 2014-15, Joel Embiid has missed as many regular season games as he’s played in his career”

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 22: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots a free throw during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 22, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

76ers Ahead Of Jazz

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 20: Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Nick Nurse talks to the team during a timeout during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 20, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Arwen Clemans/Getty Images)

The 76ers are currently the ninth seed in the Eastern Conference with a 38-32 record in 70 games.

They have won five out of their last ten games (and are 18-16 in 34 games on the road).

After the Jazz, the 76ers will play their next game on Monday when they return home to host the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Wells Fargo Center.

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 24: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the first half against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 24, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

The 76ers have a very talented roster, but injuries derailed their 2024-25 season (where they missed the playoffs).

Embiid has been unable to get out of the second round during his tenure with the franchise.

Jazz Ahead Of 76ers Clash

GettySALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – FEBRUARY 12: Ace Bailey #19 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the second half of a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Delta Center on February 12, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

The Jazz are the 14th seed in the Western Conference with a 21-49 record in 70 games.

They have won just three out of their last ten games (and are 13-22 at home).

Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. 

He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar

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