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Sixers' Amir Johnson is ill, misses practice and team photo

Amir Johnson is averaging 4.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 15.6 minutes for the 76ers.

Amir Johnson (5) became ill after arriving in London.
Amir Johnson (5) became ill after arriving in London.Read moreYONG KIM / Staff Photographer
    by Keith Pompey | Columnist
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LONDON – Amir Johnson didn't participate in the 76ers' practice or team photo Wednesday, because the reserve big man became ill after arriving here a day earlier.

Richaun Holmes will back up Joel Embiid if Johnson is unable to play in the NBA London matchup against the Boston Celtics at 3 p.m. Thursday at The 02 Arena.

Johnson, 30, has averaged 4.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 15.6 minutes in 36 appearances. He has started eight games.