Joel Embiid is listed as probable for the 76ers' game against the Rockets, returning after missing the previous contest due to right ankle injury management. His presence is crucial for Philadelphia's offense and rebounding as they aim to improve their Eastern Conference standing.

The Philadelphia 76ers are at home on Thursday night as they host the Houston Rockets in an interconference showdown.

In Korkmaz's defense, the 23-year-old Şengün is still very much on the rise, while Embiid has likely already passed the peak of his powers. Şengün received his first All-Star nod last season and could be a week-and-a-half away from his second straight selection,

Tyrese Maxey scored six of his 36 points in overtime, Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122 on Thursday night.

The 76ers scored the first five points of the extra session, on George’s 3-pointer and VJ Edgecombe’s follow from close range after he grabbed an offensive rebound, to take control.