76ers' DeAndre Jordan starting for injured Joel Embiid (concussion) Monday
The Philadelphia 76ers will start DeAndre Jordan in place of Joel Embiid (concussion, orbital bone fracture) in Monday's game against the Miami Heat.
What It Means:
Jordan will take over for Embiid, who suffered a concussion and a fractured orbital bone injury in the team's series finale against the Toronto Raptors, in Game 1 of the 76ers' series with the Heat.
FanDuel has set Jordan's salary to $3,500 for tonight's contests. Jordan has appeared in 16 games with the 76ers since joining the team midseason and has averaged 12.4 points, 15.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per 36 minutes with the team.
Source:
Kyle Neubeck, The Philly Voice
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