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Watch: 76ers' Joel Embiid takes pregame tumble into stands
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid. Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Watch: 76ers' Joel Embiid takes pregame tumble into stands

The Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Embiid may have received a Christmas miracle on Wednesday.

During pregame shootaround before Philadelphia's game against the defending champion Boston Celtics, Embiid was out doing his usual routine and getting shots up.

Embiid shot a fadeaway three that carried him towards the sideline where he stepped on the foot of an arena security guard and tumbled into the front row of seats.

Fortunately, Embiid avoided injury and was able to suit up and play in Wednesday's game. It didn't seem to bother him much as he had a strong first half with 18 points and six rebounds.

Andrew Wright

Andrew "Dew" Wright graduated from Charleston Southern University with a degree in Communication Studies. He is a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Washington Commanders fan. 

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