Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid 's status for Tuesday's matchup against the Orlando Magic was upgraded, as the veteran could make his return. While 76ers head coach Nick Nurse's encouraging injury update on Embiid offered hope, the team's latest injury report suggests that Joel is just around the corner from suiting up.

The 76ers listed Embiid as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Magic, per The Philadelphia Inquirer.

“Sixers center Joel Embiid (right knee injury management) is questionable for tomorrow’s game against the Magic. Tyrese Maxey (right shoulder sprain) and Paul George (right ankle sprain) are probable,” Pompey reported.

“Adem Bona (right ankle sprain), VJ Edgecombe (left calf tightness) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (sprained left knee) will remain sidelined.

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