Last season, Tyrese Maxey put together a breakout campaign for the Philadelphia 76ers that saw him be named an All-Star and win Most Improved player. Circumstances have resulted his percentages taking a slight tip,

Joel Embiid, a 7-time All-Star, has played in only 13 games on the season due to a variety of ailments and is averaging 24.4 points and 7.9 rebounds along with 3.8 assists per night. The latest All-Star voting reveals Maxey No. 6 in Eastern Conference backcourt voting while Embiid is No. 9 in frontcourt voting.

Joel Embiid will not play in the 76ers' matchup vs. the Knicks. Tyrese Maxey and Paul George, however, could return from injury.