Joel Embiid Will Need Another Surgery To Get Knee Injury Fixed This Offseason

It’s not the news we wanted to hear, but it looks like the Philadelphia 76ers player, Joel Embiid, is going to need another surgery to fix his knee injury this offseason. I know, it’s a major blow, but let’s focus on the positive here – this offseason will give him the perfect opportunity to get back on track and come back stronger than ever.

Now, you might be wondering why he needs another surgery. Well, the details are still a bit unclear, but according to him, “it will likely take another surgery and a long recovery period” to get his knee fixed.

It’s been that sort of year for the Sixers, who have dealt with massive injury concerns throughout the entire season, including to Paul George. But nobody has struggled to stay on the court more than Embiid, an unfortunate trend in an otherwise fantastic career.

There is hope that Embiid had put his injury issues behind him this season, especially after he registered a 29-point, 11-rebounds, 10-assist triple-double in his return to action on Feb. 4 against the Dallas Mavericks, though he was immediately ruled out for the next night’s matchup against the Miami Heat.

That wasn’t a major concern, of course—only playing one leg of back-to-backs has been a familiar theme in Embiid’s career to ease his load management.

At this point, the Sixers are just hoping they can stay relatively healthy as they push for a playoff berth. The big three of Embiid, George and Tyrese Maxey has rarely shared the floor this season, a major disappointment after the the high expectations of the summer.

Let’s not forget all the amazing moments Joel has given fans on the court. From his incredible blocks to his jaw-dropping dunks, he’s proven time and time again that he’s one of the best in the league. So it’s time to support him, cheer him on, and eagerly await his epic return. Get well soon, Joel!

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