Michael Carter-Williams to return for Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers are expected to welcome back point guard Michael Carter-Williams after he has missed seven straight games with a knee infection.

The rookie star is officially a game-time decision but is expected to play and will likely face Brooklyn Nets counterpart Deron Williams.

"I have had two good practices. I felt good, I was shooting after, so I am ready to go," he told CSNPhilly.com.

He has averaged 17.7 points and 7.3 assists per game this season and will be a welcome boost for the Sixers as they have struggled without him.