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Joel Embiid takes a shot at the media after making his return in preseason

Joel Embiid is officially back (playing during the preseason). The Philadelphia 76ers star center Embiid made his return to the court for Friday’s preseason finale against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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76ers’ Joel Embiid’s return draws ‘pleased’ reaction from Nick Nurse

Joel Embiid stepped back onto the court Friday night for the first time in eight months, playing in the Philadelphia 76ers’ preseason finale against Minnesota.

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The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?

The '60 points in an NBA game' quiz

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

VJ Edgecombe News / Total Apex Sports / October 17

Philadelphia 76ers Rookie VJ Edgecombe Shines In Preseason Finale

The Philadelphia 76ers had a rough 2024 season, but managed to secure a top three pick in the NBA Draft. Philadelphia selected Baylor Guard VJ Edgecombe with the 3rd overall pick, hoping to secure their next franchise superstar.

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Joel Embiid stamps major ‘Top 100 basketball player’ statement in his NBA return for 76ers · Sporting News

Joel Embiid injury update: 76ers superstar scores 14 points during preseason debut vs. Minnesota · CBSSports.com

Embiid returns to court after 8-month absence · ESPN

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 17

76ers must blow it up, build around Tyrese Maxey

Blow it up, Philly. The Process is over. The pace begins now.

New Sixers hire puts Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse on the hot seat

Sixers' injury issues already impacting their 2025-26 season

25 NBA players who you forgot once made an All-Star Game

The 'Current NBA nicknames' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / Field Level Media / October 17

76ers C Joel Embiid to make long-awaited return after surgery

Former NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid has been cleared to play Friday night in the Philadelphia 76ers' final exhibition game, a home contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 17

New Sixers hire puts Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse on the hot seat

This year is a pivotal one for many within the Sixers organization — especially for the head coach and team president, whose futures may hinge on how things unfold.

Positive update emerges on Joel Embiid — but it's just a first step

It's finally time for 76ers to blow it up, build around Tyrese Maxey

Rockets' Kevin Durant gets real on his retirement plans

East contender named best landing spot for LeBron James

Luka Doncic's greatness forcing players to switch nationalities

Draymond Green is right — he's more than Stephen Curry's sidekick

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 17

Positive update emerges on Embiid — but it's just a first step

Positive update emerges on Sixers' Joel Embiid — but it's just a first step

The report is a hopeful sign, but it’s only a first step.

Sixers' injury issues already impacting their 2025-26 season

Latest Paul George injury intel is bad news for 76ers

The 25 greatest NBA players to never win a championship

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Former Warriors exec leaves ESPN for job with Sixers’ ownership group

Former Warriors head of basketball operations Bob Myers is leaving his position as an ESPN analyst for a full-time role at Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, the company that owns the Sixers and other sports franchises, per a press release.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

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Paul George News / Larry Brown Sports / October 17

Troubling news emerges about Paul George

The Philadelphia 76ers are still waiting for a return on their investment in Paul George. George is not expected to be ready for Opening Night, Shams Charania

Paul George News / Total Apex Sports / October 16

Philadelphia 76ers Star Paul George Could Be Unavailable For Opening Night

Philadelphia 76ers Forward Paul George is not expected to be ready for the season opener. Head Coach Nick Nurse delivered the gut punch Thursday with all the enthusiasm of someone announcing a root canal: George is “unlikely” to be ready when the Sixers face the Boston Celtics on Wednesday.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16

Zach Lowe delivers bleak view on 76ers season ahead

Questions are already swirling around the Philadelphia 76ers’ upcoming season. On The Bill Simmons Podcast, ESPN analyst Zach Lowe added fuel to the uncertainty.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hardwood Heroics / October 16

'The Universe is Throwing Haymakers at Me' – Philadelphia 76ers Guard Makes Painful Admission Amid Latest Injury Setback

Jared McCain has been hit by one injury setback after another, and the Philadelphia 76ers guard said he’s doing his best to stay optimistic. The 21-year-old guard had his rookie NBA season cut short to 23 regular season games due to a torn meniscus in his left knee.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / October 15

Sixers Counting On A Trio of Athletic Youngsters To Solidify Rotation In Early Going

There are several questions surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers as the 2025-26 season fast approaches. The main questions, of course. Involves the health of Joel Embiid and Paul George?