Embiid Progressing; George's Return Uncertain

At 76ers media day Joel Embiid said he "feels pretty good" and described a plan after arthroscopic left-knee surgery in April, but gave no firm timetable and said recovery will be taken day by day. Team executives and reporters say his rehab is on schedule with some on-court sessions already, and Embiid's stated goal is to return to more consistent play after being limited to 19 games last season. Injured teammate Paul George is also rehabbing a knee surgery but will not be ready for the team's preseason trip to Abu Dhabi, leaving his early-season availability uncertain. Rookie guard Jared McCain has a thumb UCL tear and will miss time. The 76ers open training camp ahead of the Abu Dhabi preseason games and say they will prioritize player health over rushing returns as they evaluate their contention hopes in the East.