After more than two months injured, the Philadelphia 76ers star could return this Tuesday, in the duel against the Oklahoma City Thunder
Joel Embiid can return to the courts Philadelphia 76ers later this season, after recovering from an injury to his left knee. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, from North American ESPN, the pivot could make his debut soon.
The Cameroonian had already been participating in some full-court activities during the 76ers’ training sessions. The match this Tuesday, 2nd, against Oklahoma City Thunderwill mark the return of the current MVP.
Joel Embiid is nearing a return to play this week after his left meniscus injury, per @wojespnpic.twitter.com/g5ynVQ0Czf
— NBA TV (@NBATV) April 1, 2024
Embiid has not participated in a franchise game in over two months. The last time he entered the court was on January 30th, against Golden State Warriors. Since the injury, the team’s record has worsened significantly: Philadelphia had 11 wins and 18 losses in that period.
Joel was the main candidate for the season’s most valuable player award, but, with physical problems, he was unable to reach the required 65-game limit. In the 34 games he played, the center averaged 35.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.8 blocks.
Source: sportbuzz
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