The Memphis Grizzlies won their play-off series against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The best-of-seven series was tied at 2-2 before the Grizzles won 114-106 in the fourth quarter.
Jaren Jackson Jr had 18 points and 14 rebound, while Desmond Bane had 23 points.
The Golden State Warriors will face the second-seeded Memphis Grizzlies in the Western Conference semi-finals on Sunday.
The last time the team advanced beyond the play-offs was seven years ago.
"We stick together, stay on the same page, and I think it really showed on the big stage this series."
The Philadelphia 76ers suffered a huge injury blow as they learned of the seriousness of Embiid's injury.
One of the leading candidates for the Most Valuable Player suffered a right orbital bone fracture and a mild concussion during Friday's win over the Toronto Raptors.
The first game of the Eastern Conference semifinals will be missed by the centre.
He missed three weeks of the season with a similar injury.
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