76ers' Joel Embiid battling mild case of Bell’s palsy in health scare


by New York Post

New York Post— Joel Embiid’s push to play through a knee injury this postseason also featured another behind-the-scenes health scare.

Forbes—76ers Joel Embiid Has Bell’s Palsy, Here’s What It Is. Bell's palsy has left Embiid's face drooping and his left eye open. But that didn't stop the Philadelphia 76ers center from scoring 50 points against the New York Knicks

Forbes—Battling Bell’s Palsy, Joel Embiid Scores Playoff Career-Best 50 Points In 76ers’ Game 3 Victory. Battling Bell's palsy, Joel Embiid scored a career playoff-high 50 points in the 76ers' Game 3 victory over the Knicks. The teams play again on Sunday in Philadelphia.

The Washington Times—76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid says he's suffering from Bell's palsy. Philadelphia 76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with Bell’s palsy, a form of facial paralysis he says has affected him since before the play-in tournament.