Sixers' Joel Embiid Faces Surgery Amid Team's Disappointing Season

The Philadelphia 76ers concluded a disappointing 2024-25 season with a 24-58 record, significantly impacted by injuries, particularly to star player Joel Embiid, who played only 19 games due to a left knee issue. Tyrese Maxey expressed the frustration of witnessing Embiid struggle and emphasized the team's potential if Embiid had been healthy, noting that the MVP winner's absence severely limited their success. The addition of Paul George, expected to bolster the team's championship aspirations, did not yield the desired results, with the trio of Embiid, George, and Maxey playing together in just 15 games. Following the season, Embiid underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his knee, with hopes that this procedure will allow him to return to form for the next season. Daryl Morey, the Sixers' President of Basketball Operations, remains optimistic about Embiid's recovery and has made plans to support the team moving forward. This tumultuous season has left the franchise contemplating their future direction and the health of their key players.