Embiid Returns to Full-Time Duty but 76ers Fall to 2-10

Embiid's Return Not Enough to Lift Struggling Sixers

Joel Embiid returned to the lineup for the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night, but his presence wasn't enough to lift the struggling team to victory. The 76ers fell to 2-10 on the season with a 118-112 loss to the New York Knicks.

Embiid's Impressive Performance

Embiid finished the game with 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists in 32 minutes of action. He shot 11-of-19 from the field and 8-of-10 from the free-throw line. Despite Embiid's strong performance, the 76ers couldn't overcome a poor shooting night from the rest of the team.

Sixers Struggle from the Field

The 76ers shot just 41.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Tobias Harris was the only other Sixer to score in double figures, finishing with 18 points. The Knicks, meanwhile, shot 47.9% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range.

Defensive Lapses Cost Sixers

The 76ers also struggled defensively, allowing the Knicks to score 118 points. The Knicks were able to get to the rim at will and also knocked down 13 three-pointers.

Conclusion

The 76ers' struggles continued on Tuesday night despite the return of Embiid. The team now sits at 2-10 on the season and will need to find a way to turn things around quickly. The 76ers will have a chance to bounce back on Friday night when they host the Charlotte Hornets.