Joel Embiid Loses 25-30 Pounds for New Season

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers are prioritizing his health for the 2024-25 NBA season, with the goal of ensuring he is fit for a deep playoff run. Embiid has lost 25-30 pounds this offseason to improve his chances of staying healthy. Despite past accolades, Embiid's focus is on team success rather than individual awards. The 76ers have also made key acquisitions, including Paul George, to bolster their roster. The team plans to manage Embiid's workload carefully throughout the regular season. The Sixers have not advanced past the second round of the playoffs since 2001, and they hope these changes will help them break that streak.