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The Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Embiid sought out approximately six medical opinions before they signed a three-year, $192 million extension in September, sources tell ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. All of those consulted believed Embiid's knee could be managed by a combination of strategic rest and procedures to promote healing. Embiid and the Sixers hoped his knee would be healthy … [Read more...] about Sixers Sought Extra Medical Opinions On Joel Embiid Before Three-Year, $192M Extension

Paul George left the Philadelphia 76ers' 117-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half due to a hyperextended knee. George, who did not return to the game, will undergo further testing on Thursday. George hyperextended the same knee earlier this preseason and missed five regular season games. Nick Nurse ruled out structural damage to the knee. "I think they said it … [Read more...] about Paul George Leaves Game With Hyperextended Knee, Will Undergo Further Testing On Thursday

Joel Embiid was not happy that details of the Philadelphia 76ers recent team meeting leaked. Embiid countered the reports about the meeting, while also adding a message for whoever leaked the details to the media. "Whoever leaked that is a real piece of (expletive). But even then, we talked about a lot of things. I don't want to get into the details, but that whole thing … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid Counters And Calls Out Whoever Leaked Team Meeting Details

Joel Embiid is dealing with swelling in his left knee, leading him to miss Friday's win over the Brooklyn Nets and he has also been ruled out for Sunday's game against the LA Clippers. Embiid wasn't originally listed on the injury report Friday morning after he played 35 minutes and scored 35 points with 11 rebounds in a loss at the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. Embiid was … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid Out At Least Two Games With Swelling In Left Knee

Jared McCain had 30 points with six three-pointers as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Brooklyn Nets 113-98 on Friday despite playing without Joel Embiid and Paul George. McCain was caught on camera saying "I'm rookie of the year!" after one of his three-pointers. "I did say that," McCain said with a smile when asked about his rookie of the year statement post game. "I did. … [Read more...] about Jared McCain Declares ‘I’m Rookie Of The Year’ During 30-Point Game In Win Over Nets