Last season, Embiid was limited to 39 games due to a torn meniscus in his left knee. In February 2024, the Sixers' big man underwent surgery and returned in early April for the team's playoff run.

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Joel Embiid played just 19 games for the Philadelphia 76ers this season. The Sixers’ former MVP was shut down due to a persistent knee injury and has been awaiting surgery. According to an ...

Michael Malone has already guided one MVP center to an NBA championship, and the Philadelphia 76ers offer him another dominant big man to build around.