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Joel Embiid injury and suspension
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• 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...2025Read about Nick Nurse
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• 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...2025Read about 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...2025Click for news about Paul George
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• 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
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• 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: ...2025Visit the page 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 -
• 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
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• 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 […]...2025See also Keith Pompey
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Joel Embiid injury and suspension
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• Joel Embiid Takes Control of Rehabilitation Timeline Following Second Knee Operation In 14 MonthsJoel 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...2025Visit the page 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
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• 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...2025Check it out Tim MacMahon
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• 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...2025See also Tony Jones
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• 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...2025See also Daryl Morey -
• Joel Embiid Has Not Returned To On-Court Activities, Sixers 'Optimistic' Embiid Will Play In Season OpenerJoel 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 […]...2025See more Adem Bona
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• Sixers’ Andre Drummond will exercise his $5 million player option for the 2025-26 season
The 2024-25 season was a disastrous year for the Philadelphia 76ers. Former league MVP Joel Embiid played just 19 games due to injury. He was not the only Sixer to miss extended time due to injury last season. Tyrese Maxey missed 30 games, and Paul George missed 40 games. Despite their unfortunate luck in 2024-25, […] The post Sixers’ Andre Drummond will exercise his $5 million player...2025See also Andre Drummond
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• 76ers anticipate Joel Embiid will return in time for training camp
Joel Embiid continues to recover from his arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in April, which he badly needed after enduring the entire 2024-25 campaign limited to injuries. The two-time NBA scoring champion only played 19 matches last season and the Sixers suffered without their main man. The Philadelphia organization expects him to be fully […] The post 76ers anticipate Joel Embiid will...2025
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• Sixers’ Morey Discusses Embiid’s Recovery, Edgecombe Pick
Speaking to reporters on Wednesday evening after using the No. 3 overall pick to select Baylor guard VJ Edgecombe, Sixers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey provided a positive update on star center Joel Embiid, writes Dan Gelston of The Associated Press. According to Gelston, Morey indicated that Embiid – who underwent arthroscopic surgery on […]...2025See more Daryl Morey
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• Joel Embiid 'On Track' To Return For Training Camp
Joel Embiid is "on track" to rejoin the Philadelphia 76ers by training camp, according to Daryl Morey. "He's very engaged, attacking rehab," Morey said. "Doing everything he can to be out there. He had a meeting with [the surgeon] this week. All things, to use a NASA term, are nominal. Things are going well and expected, and we expect that to continue." Embiid was ruled out for the season last Feb...2025See more Daryl Morey
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• 76ers expect Embiid to return for training camp
76ers center Joel Embiid is on track to return from knee surgery when training camp opens in September, team president Daryl Morey said....2025See more articles Daryl Morey
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• Sixers Willing To Listen To Trade Down Offers For No. 3The lack of a clear direction for the Philadelphia 76ers with the third overall pick could lead them to the center of league-wide trade discussions. Ace Bailey and V.J. Edgecombe are considered the two most highly rated prospects under consideration at No. 3 after Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper come of the board at No. 1 and No. 2. While the Sixers could listen to trade offers for the No. 3 pick, t...2025Check it out Ace Bailey -
• Hollinger & Duncan: What's Next for GSW, CLE, and BOS? What do DAL, SAS, PHI Do With Lottery Luck?How did we get to a Game 7 in Denver vs OKC, and what will be the key factors in who wins? Golden State petered out without Steph. What do they need to get back to contention and how does the restricted free agency of Jonathan Kuminga impact that? 6:44 Why did the Cavaliers fall short, and do they need to make major changes to compete in the East? 16:38 How will Boston navigate the franchise-alter...2025See also Hollinger Duncan -
• Philadelphia 76ers 2024-2025 fantasy basketball season recap: What could go wrong, did go wrong
Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey were among the many 76ers whose seasons ended early due to injury....2025Read about Paul George
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• Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse Likely Have 'Hottest Seats' In NBA
The Philadelphia 76ers swiftly retained both Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse for the upcoming season, but the team will need to bounce back significantly in order for them to continue beyond the 25-26 season. "I was mildly surprised," said Brian Windhorst on the Stephen A. Smith Show about the Sixers continuing to back Morey and Nurse. "But heard that ownership was on board and and agreed with and endo...2025See more articles Daryl Morey
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• Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse To Return For Sixers Next Season
Following the end of the regular season on Sunday, Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey met with the media. As part of that meeting, Morey said that both he and head coach Nick Nurse would be returning to the Sixers for the 2025-26 season. Morey said it was "obviously a tough season" for Philadelphia. He also stressed that he and Nurse would "assess everything" to avoi...2025Visit the page Daryl Morey
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• Tyrese Maxey Gets Super Honest About Joel Embiid’s Injury Nightmare
The 76ers’ season from hell is finally over and Tyrese Maxey has spoken about the massive impact of Joel Embiid’s injuries. The Sixers big man played in just 19 regular season games out of 58 due to various injuries, but mainly knee complaints. That, along with Paul George being largely unavailable made for a super […] The post Tyrese Maxey Gets Super Honest About Joel EmbiidR...2025See more articles Tyrese Maxey
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• Sixers Notes: George, Maxey, Lowry, Grimes, Oubre, Drummond
There were sky-high expectations for the Sixers heading into this season after Paul George signed with the team as a free agent last summer, joining Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to form a big three. However, Philadelphia lost 12 of its first 14 games en route to a massively disappointing 24-58 season, as injuries decimated […]...2025See more Paul George