76ers, Celtics Dealing With Injuries Ahead of Game 1

Covington, Brown, Embiid Among Players Listed

Multiple key players for both the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics are listed on the injury report ahead of Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Sixers forward Robert Covington is currently listed as out with a hip injury. Celtics guard Jaylen Brown is also on the injury report with a hamstring injury. Once again Sixers center Joel Embiid is on the injury report ahead of the matchup. Embiid is dealing with a knee injury.

The presence of these players on the injury report could have a significant impact on the outcome of Game 1. Covington is a key defender for the Sixers, while Brown is a valuable scorer and rebounder for the Celtics. Embiid is the Sixers' leading scorer and rebounder.

The Celtics will be looking to take advantage of the Sixers' injuries, while the Sixers will be hoping that Covington and Embiid can return to action soon.