The Philadelphia 76ers received a blow as former MVP Joel Embiid underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and will be reevaluated in six weeks. Embiid's season has been marred by injuries, playing a career-low 19 games due to knee soreness, a suspension, and a sinus fracture. The 76ers, who had high hopes with the additions of All-Star Paul George and rising star Tyrese Maxey, have faced a disappointing season with key players missing significant playing time.
Embiid's absence adds to the woes of the injury-plagued Sixers, who have struggled to find consistency on the court. With Maxey also ruled out for the remainder of the season and George managing his own injury issues, Philadelphia finds themselves in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. Despite the challenges, the Sixers will look to regroup and finish the season on a positive note as they navigate through a turbulent stretch without their key players.