NBA Injury Report: Embiid and Smart Questionable for Celtics-76ers Game 6
Celtics Star Players Out or Questionable
Danilo Gallinari: Out with ACL Injury
The Boston Celtics have ruled out forward Danilo Gallinari for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers due to an ACL injury.
Marcus Smart: Questionable with Chest Contusion
Point guard Marcus Smart is listed as questionable for the Celtics after suffering a chest contusion in Game 5.
76ers Report Embiid Questionable with Illness
Joel Embiid: Questionable with Illness
The reigning NBA MVP, Joel Embiid, is questionable for the Philadelphia 76ers for Game 6 with an illness.
Minor Injuries for Philadelphia
Nic Batum (hyperextended right index finger) and Jaden Springer are also listed as questionable for the 76ers.
Next Game and Impact on Series
Game 6 of the Celtics-76ers series is scheduled for Thursday, May 11 at 7:17 PM EDT. The Celtics lead the series 3-2, and a win in Game 6 would give them the chance to close out the series at home on Saturday.
The status of Embiid and Smart will have a significant impact on the outcome of Game 6. Both players are key contributors to their respective teams, and their absence or limited play could drastically alter the course of the series.
By Bryan Morris, October 11, 2023
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