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Joel Embiid Poised to Return for 76ers' Training Camp After Knee Surgery

After arthroscopic surgery in April, Embiid is projected to rejoin the 76ers for September training camp with preseason games in Abu Dhabi already scheduled.

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Overview

  • Embiid underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in April after a season limited to 19 games by persistent knee issues.
  • Team president Daryl Morey says all aspects of Embiid’s rehabilitation are nominal and on schedule for a September camp start.
  • The 76ers used the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA draft to select guard VJ Edgecombe as part of their roster rebuild.
  • Philadelphia will open training camp early with preseason games against the New York Knicks in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 2-3.
  • The Sixers finished the 2024-25 season at 24-58 as Paul George, Tyrese Maxey and other key contributors also missed significant time.