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Joel Embiid takes step towards returning for playoff series vs. Celtics
TL;DR
Joel Embiid has begun a strength and conditioning program as he recovers from an appendectomy, aiming to return for the Sixers' playoff series against the Celtics. He has not played since April 9 due to his appendicitis.
Key points
- Joel Embiid started a strength and conditioning program.
- He is recovering from an emergency appendectomy.
- Embiid has not played since April 9 due to appendicitis.
- The Sixers lost Game 1 against the Celtics without him.
- Embiid averaged 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists this season.
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BOSTON -- 76ers star center Joel Embiid took a step towards returning for the team’s first-round series against the Celtics on Monday.
The team announced that Embiid has started a strength and conditioning program as he recovers from an emergency appendectomy performed after his appendicitis on April 9. Embiid has not played since suffering the ailment in Houston two and a half weeks ago.
The Sixers have played without Embiid for the majority of the regular season, with the big man active for just 38 regular season games. He averaged 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds and 3.9 assists over 31 minutes per game before undergoing surgery. Without him available, Philadelphia played Adem Bona, Andre Drummond and Dominic Barlow at center in a blowout loss to the Celtics in Game 1.
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The Sixers will likely need to win at least one game without Embiid to extend the series long enough for a potential return. Boston will be looking to contain Sixers star and well again after an ugly shooting performance in Game 1 in which Philadelphia shot just 4-of-23 from 3-point range.
Q&A
When is Joel Embiid expected to return for the playoffs?
Joel Embiid is working on his recovery and has started a conditioning program, but a specific return date has not been announced.
What were Joel Embiid's stats before his appendectomy?
Before his surgery, Joel Embiid averaged 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists over 31 minutes per game.
How did the Sixers perform without Joel Embiid in Game 1 against the Celtics?
The Sixers suffered a blowout loss to the Celtics in Game 1 while playing without Joel Embiid.
