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Embiid had his best offensive showing of the season with 25 points, but struggled defensively. Meanwhile, forward Trendon Watford flashed his playmaking ability in his Sixers debut.
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The Philadelphia 76ers have shaped their identity around Joel Embiid. His absence through training camp and the early preseason games has kept fans wondering how ready the franchise cornerstone truly is.
Embiid was not happy with the loss, of course, but still took pleasure in the big comeback his team was almost able to pull off against the Celtics in the second half. "I'm excited, because I feel like we grew up," he explained via CLNS Media before pivoting to laud the 76ers' opponent.
VJ Edgecombe pairing. Early numbers do, too. But as Joel Embiid ramps up post-knee surgery, touches and rhythm for the rookie shrink. Friday’s one-shot fourth quarter vs. Boston told the story: the kids can fly—if the paint isn’t occupied by a usage magnet.
The Sixers had a chance to open the season 5-0 and start their NBA Cup run with a statement win, but Joel Embiid’s potential game-winner rimmed out at the
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