Joel Embiid injury and suspension
Advertisement
Latest Joel Embiid headlines and breaking news
Joel Embiid injury and suspension
-
• Charles Barkley believes the 76ers are the best in the East if they can stay healthy
In 2024-25, the Philadelphia 76ers finished with a 24-58 record. That was their worst since 2015-16. Injuries piled up for the Sixers last season. One-time MVP Joel Embiid appeared in just 19 games for Philly. With the 2025-26 season just weeks away, the 76ers are keeping an optimistic approach. So is former 76er, turned NBA […] The post Charles Barkley believes the 76ers are the best in the...2025Check it out Charles Barkley
-
• Depressing Joel Embiid injury update is just the latest hit for the SixersThe Philadelphia 76ers' preseason just began, but they are already off to a rough start thanks to star Joel Embiid....2025 -
• Sources Detail Joel Embiid's Isolation, Distrust Within 76ers Organization Last SeasonThe Philadelphia 76ers are projecting optimism entering training camp, but sources close to the organization reveal deep-seated dysfunction centered around Joel Embiid during last season's 24-58 collapse. Former staffers and player associates describe an environment plagued by mistrust and communication breakdowns, according to The Ringer. "The organization was built around one guy who doesn't tru...2025Click for news about Shams Charania -
• Joel Embiid, Paul George can’t offer clear timeline for 76ers returnsInjuries have been baked into the 76ers' experience the past few years....2025See also Paul George -
• 76ers' Paul George, Joel Embiid provide injury updates; Tyrese Maxey talks last season's struggles
The three Sixers stars all missed time with injuries last season. At the team's media day, they all talked about their plans to stay healthy....2025Visit the page Paul George
-
• Joel Embiid Gives Personal Health Update During 76ers Media Day
Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid provided a health update during Sixers media day on Friday ahead of training camp and next week’s early preseason matchup with the New York Knicks in Abu Dhabi. Joel Embiid Underwent Arthroscopic Knee Surgery In April Embiid spoke to reporters for the first time in months after injuries plagued […] The post Joel Embiid Gives Personal Health Up...2025See also New York Knicks
-
• Joel Embiid: Goal Is To Play Consistently, Not Be In Position We Were Last YearJoel Embiid played just 19 games last season and has tempered expectations ahead of the 2025-26 season following his knee surgery. Embiid said he feels "pretty good" but he's taking it day by day. "There's not necessarily an expectation; it's more about making sure everything is right and doing everything right and then go from there," he said. "Obviously the goal is to play consistently and not b...2025 -
• Joel Embiid injury update: 76ers star 'feels pretty good,' has plan in place with goal to 'play consistently'Embiid and Paul George are working back from knee injuries after a brutal season for the 76ers...2025Click for news about Paul George -
• ESPN's rankings show how far Joel Embiid has fallenEmbiid, once a consensus top 10 player in the NBA, has fallen drastically in ESPN's latest player rankings amid extended injury absences and a cloud of uncertainty....2025 -
• Shaquille O’Neal shared his honest thoughts about 76ers’ Joel Embiid
Over the last two seasons, 76ers’ Joel Embiid has played in just 58 regular-season games. Lingering injuries have kept the one-time league MVP off the court. Last season, he played in just 19 games for Philadelphia. Shaquille O’Neal is a Hall of Fame basketball player turned analyst, and has been doing so since 2011. The […] The post Shaquille O’Neal shared his honest thou...2025Click for news about O Neal
Latest Joel Embiid headlines and breaking news
Joel Embiid injury and suspension
-
• Joel Embiid Emerging as a Hall of Fame Lock
Overcoming Early Setbacks When the Philadelphia 76ers drafted Joel Embiid third overall in 2014, few could predict the rocky start to his career. Foot injuries sidelined him for his first two seasons, delaying his debut until 2016. Once on the floor, however, Embiid wasted little time showing his potential. Health issues continued to hover, but […] The post Joel Embiid Emerging as a Hall of ...2025
-
• Promising Joel Embiid injury update is destined to disappoint Sixers fansCall it crazy, but Philadelphia 76ers fans have reason to be optimistic ahead of next season, but bad news may be right around the corner....2025 -
• 76ers’ Nick Nurse revealed a murky injury update for Joel Embiid
Trust the process. That’s what Philadelphia 76ers fans have been told in the era of Joel Embiid. It’s been a rough decade for the Sixers. Despite several playoff appearances, the team has nothing to show for it. Last season, Embiid played in just 19 games for Philadelphia. The former league MVP underwent surgery to repair […] The post 76ers’ Nick Nurse revealed a murky inj...2025See more Nick Nurse
-
• 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey ‘Praying’ For Joel Embiid, Hopes Big Man ‘Gets Back Healthy’During an interview with NBA reporter Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints, Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey said he’s “praying” for center Joel Embiid. The 2023 MVP, Embiid underwent arthroscopic left knee surgery in April. He only played in 19 games last season. “Joel is like, I always say he’s a big brother to me,” Tyrese Maxey […] The post 76e...2025See more Tyrese Maxey -
• Sources say the 76ers have had regrets about extending Joel Embiid
The 2024-25 season was a year to forget for the Philadelphia 76ers. Star players like Joel Embiid and Paul George missed significant time due to injury. That’s why the Sixers finished with a 24-58 record. Their worst record since 2015-16. This offseason, the 76ers are concerned about Joel Embiid’s lingering knee issue. Sources around the […] The post Sources say the 76ers have h...2025See also Paul George
-
• Will Joel Embiid be forced into an early retirement?As Embiid works his way back from yet another injury it sounds like there is significant pessimism around the league regarding his ability to get back on the court....2025 -
• Serious Questions Linger Over Joel Embiid’s Future With Sixers
Joel Embiid and his future in the NBA is facing fresh doubts as the Philadelphia 76ers star recovers from his second meniscus surgery in the past 18 months. The Sixers are preparing to begin the season without their former MVP, and concern is building. An anonymous medical staff member from another NBA team painted a […] The post Serious Questions Linger Over Joel Embiid’s Future With ...2025
-
• Rumor: ‘Growing Concern’ 76ers’ Joel Embiid Won’t Be Ready For Training CampThere is “growing concern” Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will not be ready for training camp, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Embiid underwent arthroscopic left knee surgery in April. “Joel Embiid has struggled getting back on the court this offseason, and there is a growing concern that he will not be ready […] The post Rumor: ...2025Click for news about Brett Siegel -
• Panic-inducing Joel Embiid injury update should terrify the SixersIt's been a frustrating summer for the Philadelphia 76ers, and the latest surrounding star Joel Embiid's health could make it even worse....2025 -
• Joel Embiid knows ‘the end is near’ with NBA career ravaged by crushing injuriesJoel Embiid's basketball career may already be on the back nine....2025
Joel Embiid injury and suspension
-
• One Sixers’ insider suspects Joel Embiid ‘might know the end is near’
During the 2014 NBA draft, the 76ers used the third overall pick to select Joe Embiid out of Kansas. He missed the first two seasons of his professional career due to injury. In 2016-17, Embiid finally made his debut for Philadelphia. Over nine years, Embiid has started all 452 games he’s appeared in. With the […] The post One Sixers’ insider suspects Joel Embiid ‘might kn...2025
-
• Atlantic Notes: Sixers, Smart, Thomas, Bassey
Despite the Sixers‘ lottery luck that landed them prized rookie VJ Edgecombe, the team’s outlook hasn’t changed, writes Keith Pompey of The Inquirer. Everything still revolves around the health of Tyrese Maxey and especially Paul George and Joel Embiid. That plan has already hit a snag with the announcement that George underwent knee surgery following […]...2025Visit the page Keith Pompey
-
• Joel Embiid Takes Control of Rehabilitation Timeline Following Second Knee Operation In 14 Months
Joel Embiid has embraced a more cautious approach to his knee rehabilitation following his second surgery in 14 months. Embiid is prioritizing long-term health over rushing back to the court for the upcoming season with the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid underwent his latest knee procedure in April after months of uncertainty and recurring swelling issues. Embiid told ESPN's Dotun Akintoye in late Jun...2025Click for news about Jameer Nelson
-
• Joel Embiid Responds To Fans Who Call Him An A**hole: ‘I Like To Troll A Lot’
There was a time when Joel Embiid loved interviews, and would even have fun, especially in his early days before he played a single NBA game, while recovering from his right foot injury in 2014 and 2015. Nowadays, he’s a bit more careful and shows distrust towards journalists. In a recent interview with ESPN, the […] The post Joel Embiid Responds To Fans Who Call Him An A**hole: ̵...2025
-
• ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says the Philadelphia 76ers are built on a ‘flimsy foundation’
In the 2024-25 season, the 76ers finished with a record of 24-58. Their worst since 1994-95. It was a season to forget for the Sixers, as several of their star players dealt with injuries. The two players to miss the most time for the 76ers last season were Joel Embiid and Paul George. They are […] The post ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says the Philadelphia 76ers are built on a ‘flimsy f...2025Visit the page Tim MacMahon
-
• 76ers’ Joel Embiid Still Hasn’t Returned To Full On-Court Basketball Activities
According to NBA reporter Tony Jones of The Athletic, Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid still hasn’t returned to full on-court basketball activities. Embiid underwent arthroscopic left knee surgery in April. “It’s been almost a year and a half since the knee injury he suffered at Golden State derailed him for most of the 2024-25 season, […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid S...2025Visit the page Tony Jones
-
• Disheartening Joel Embiid injury update is guaranteed to infuriate Sixers fansThe Philadelphia 76ers have had a mixed off-season thus far, but the latest news surrounding Joel Embiid's health could change that....2025 -
• Daryl Morey Says East Is 'Open' Next Season, Sixers 'Can Be Right There'Daryl Morey was optimistic about the outlook of the Philadelphia 76ers next season, saying that the Eastern Conference was "open." "I do think it's open in the East," said Morey. "I do think that's a fair characterization. I do, obviously, think that we weren't the only team that's unfortunately gone through a lot of tough injuries. "That's opened some things up. But we're going to have to prove t...2025Check it out Daryl Morey -
• Joel Embiid Has Not Returned To On-Court Activities, Sixers 'Optimistic' Embiid Will Play In Season Opener
Joel Embiid has yet to return to any on-court basketball activities, sources told Tony Jones of The Athletic. Embiid remains "on track" to be healthy by training camp, with Daryl Morey and the Sixers optimistic that Embiid will play in the regular season opener. "I think we're optimistic where things are at with Joel, and we are looking forward to next season," said Morey on Friday. Embiid play...2025Continue with Tony Jones
-
• Atlantic Notes: Bona, Grimes, Lillard, Knicks
Adem Bona was one of the few bright spots in a disastrous year for the Sixers, and the rookie center is eager to get an early start on next season tonight in the Salt Lake City Summer League, writes Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Injuries to Joel Embiid, Andre Drummond and others created unexpected […]...2025Read about Adem Bona