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The Philadelphia 76ers are managing Joel Embiid’s workload this regular season carefully. They have opted for a cautious approach so far. One that has seen the reigning MVP play intermittently. We have seen him maintain nearly two-day gaps between appearances. The last time he sat out was the November 5 matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They ended up losing that one. However, Embiid made his presence felt subsequently in the next outing. He powered the Sixers to a strong win over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday. That victory has reignited fans’ excitement. And with that momentum, all eyes now turn to whether the big man will suit up tonight against the Detroit Pistons. Well, the bad news has arrived. Unfortunately for the 76ers fans, Joel Embiid will not be seen tonight. According to Underdog NBA on X, the reigning MVP has been listed as out for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. This is due to injury management. The Sixers had previously limited his play time to up to 20 minutes per game. But this is Joel Embiid, we are talking about. The big man either goes all in or does not at all. ADVERTISEMENT His absence comes right after he delivered another dominant performance. In the head-to-head matchup against the Toronto Raptors, Embiid scored 29 points to make it a 130-120 win. He looked sharp and in control throughout. Tyrese Maxey complemented him with his 31 points in that game. They were in their full glory to punish Toronto’s defense and steady the Sixers. Especially when the game tightened in the fourth quarter. The Philadelphia 76ers have a 16-4 record in their last 20 games versus the Pistons. But for now, they have to rely on the rest of the roster, while Embiid manages injury, along with other controversies within the NBA. ADVERTISEMENT 76ers vs Pistons Injury Report Philadelphia 76ers Injury Update ADVERTISEMENT Read Top Stories First From EssentiallySports Click here and check box next to EssentiallySports The Philadelphia 76ers are taking a careful approach to player health early in the season, and their latest injury report reflects their intentions. As mentioned earlier, Joel Embiid will sit out tonight’s matchup. Here are some of the other players who are listed on the injury report. Dominick Barlow remains out with an elbow injury and won’t suit up for Sunday’s contest, according to NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Noah Levick. Paul George is also sidelined with a knee injury and will miss the game this weekend. The Sixers will look to adjust their rotation accordingly as they manage multiple absences. ADVERTISEMENT Detroit Pistons Injury Update Compared to the Sixers, the Detroit Pistons have a long list of injury concerns ahead. ADVERTISEMENT Isaiah Stewart is listed as doubtful with an ankle injury, leaving Detroit thin in the frontcourt. Marcus Sasser continues to be ruled out due to a hip issue and will remain inactive for Sunday’s game in Philadelphia. Tobias Harris has been ruled out with an ankle injury. Caris LeVert, however, is probable to play despite dealing with knee soreness. But Jaden Ivey remains out following an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee last month. He is expected to be re-evaluated in approximately four weeks. Predicted Lineups for 76ers vs Pistons The projected starting lineups for both teams are as follows: These lineups reflect the current injury updates, which could change closer to the tip-off. Where to watch the 76ers vs Pistons game Here is how fans can catch the upcoming Eastern Conference clash between the Philadelphia 76ers and Detroit Pistons. Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA TV: The game will be broadcast locally on NBC Sports Philadelphia and Bally Sports Detroit for regional audiences. Streaming: Fans can stream the matchup live via the NBA League Pass, the NBC Sports app, or Bally Sports+ for out-of-market viewers. Match preview & predictions In their previous two losses, one with the Cavaliers on Tuesday, the Cleveland Cavaliers took over in the second half for a 132-121 victory. Embiid’s absence was felt more than ever, since the Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 46 points, along with Jarrett Allen, who had 24 points and 10 rebounds. Embiid is sitting out tonight as well, so the Sixers will once again rely heavily on Tyrese Maxey, who has been nothing less than stellar this season. In the same match, he achieved 27 points. The major highlight of his performance, however, came last Sunday when he scored a stunning 37 points against Atlanta. So there is hope. For the Pistons, this matchup presents an opportunity to bounce back after a rough start to the season. Given the circumstances, Philadelphia still holds the upper hand. At home court, they have been far more composed and efficient. The Pistons’ injuries to key players like Tobias Harris and Isaiah Stewart further weaken their rotation.
