Philadelphia 76ers facing Joel Embiid's facial injury

Philadelphia 76ers facing Joel Embiid’s facial injury

By Bret Stuter | Mar 30, 2018

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MARCH 28: Philadelphia 76ers Center Joel Embiid (21) is attended to for an injury in the first half during the game between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers on March 28, 2018 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Kyle Ross/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – MARCH 28: Joel Embiid /

CT scan confirms fears

More definitive tests to confirm initial tests. Unlike the “50 shades of gray” from X-rays, CT Scans are more definitive. And the follow up for any injuries with imaging generally involves higher resolution imaging. This one confirmed our fears.

Philadelphia Center Joel Embiid underwent a CT scan, which revealed an orbital fracture of his left eye. Surgery will be performed in the coming days and further updates will be provided as appropriate. He’s also been diagnosed with a concussion.
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) March 29, 2018

An orbital fracture is a broken eye socket. That is a common outcome with the type of impact Embiid experienced on the basketball court. Now, what will it take to restore him to full health? And how long with that take?