Joel Embiid has been treated for a mild case of Bell’s palsy over the past week. Bell’s palsy is an unexplained episode of facial muscle weakness or paralysis.
The condition began during the Philadelphia 76ers’ Play-In win last week against the Miami Heat. Embiid has been spotted wearing sunglasses inside, which is related to the condition. Embiid had wanted to keep the situation private to avoid distractions for the Sixers.
Embiid had 50 points in Philadelphia’s Game 3 win over the New York Knicks.