The full injury report for Thursday's game between the Philadelphia 76ers and Sacramento Kings.
The Philadelphia 76ers (25-21) are squaring off against the Sacramento Kings (12-36) at 7 PM ET on Thursday.
Philadelphia got back in the win column Tuesday against the Giannis Antetokounmpo-less Milwaukee Bucks but has still lost three of its last five matchups. Meanwhile, the Kings' rough season has continued, as they are on a six-game losing streak.
Here is the full injury report for 76ers-Kings:
76ERS
Charles Bassey: Doubtful - G League; On Assignment
MarJon Beauchamp: Doubtful - G League; Two-Way
Johni Broome: Doubtful - G League; On Assignment
Joel Embiid: Probable - Left Knee; Injury Management
Paul George: Probable - Left Knee; Injury Management
Quentin Grimes: Questionable - Right Ankle; Sprain
Kelly Oubre Jr.: Available - Left Knee; Injury Recovery - Brace
KINGS
Malik Monk: Questionable - Right Ankle; Soreness
Keegan Murray: Out - Left Ankle; Sprain
Daeqwon Plowden: Out - G League; Two-Way
Isaiah Stevens: Out - G League; Two-Way
Russell Westbrook: Questionable - Right Foot; Soreness
Having Embiid and George listed as probable is always fantastic news. Both stars showed out in Tuesday's win over the Bucks, with the former recording 32 points and five assists and the latter recording 29 points and nine rebounds.
George played one of his best offensive games of the season versus Milwaukee, so the goal is certainly to build upon that against DeMar DeRozan and the Kings.
Embiid continues to look more like himself with each passing day, so another big night from the seven-time All-Star is likely on the horizon.
Broome and Beauchamp likely being out is rather insignificant, as both spend the majority of their time in the G League with the Delaware Blue Coats.
Grimes' potential absence likely means another opportunity for McCain to thrive, which is what happened Tuesday against the Bucks. The sophomore guard tallied 17 points and three assists on 5 of 6 shooting from three-point range in 24 minutes of action. Even if Grimes does suit up, expect 76ers coach Nick Nurse to find some playing time for McCain.
For the Kings, Murray has been out for an extended period of time, but his 14.6 points per game will certainly be missed.
Sacramento's backcourt depth will be depleted if Westbrook and Monk are unable to go, leaving Dennis Schroder, Zach LaVine, and Keon Ellis to carry the load. Westbrook and Monk average a combined 27.9 points per game, so keeping up with the Sixers on the offensive end could turn into a serious problem.
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