M.A.: Embiid has not resumed full basketball activities, and the team is convinced that he can catch up with training camp

July 15th According to the latest report by Tony Jones, NBA reporter of The Athletic, the 76ers star Joel Embiid has not recovered from an injury and is unable to participate in a complete on-court basketball event.

Tony Jones wrote in his latest report: "It has been nearly a year and a half since he missed most of the 2024-25 season due to a knee injury. The Sixers are currently insisting that Embiid is 'as planned' to recover and will participate in training camps, preseasons and the start of the regular season."

"But league sources told The Athletic that Embiid has not resumed full on-court basketball activities. According to sources, he has resumed some basketball activities. In view of this, the team management is still optimistic that Embiid can play in the season opener."

Embid was underwent left knee arthroscopy in April. Last season, Embiid played in 19 games, averaging 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game, shooting 44.4% from the field, 29.9% from three-pointers and 88.2% from free throws.

76ers signed a three-year, $192 million renewal contract with Embiid in September 2024. Embiid will receive a salary of $248.1 million in the next four seasons.