Sixers Notes: Morey, Embiid, Grimes, Yabusele, Edwards

Sixers Notes: Morey, Embiid, Grimes, Yabusele, Edwards

After making the playoffs for seven straight years, the Sixers bottomed out in 2024/25 amid injuries to several key players, going just 24-58. With a little luck in the draft lottery, Philadelphia kept its protected first-round pick and moved up to No. 3, selecting former Baylor guard VJ Edgecombe. As challenging as last season was, president of basketball operations Daryl Morey thinks the 76ers have an opportunity to make a significant move up …

Joel Embiid Has Not Returned To On-Court Activities, Sixers 'Optimistic' Embiid Will Play In Season Opener

Joel Embiid has yet to return to any on-court basketball activities, sources told Tony Jones of The Athletic. Embiid remains "on track" to be healthy by training camp, with Daryl Morey and the Sixers optimistic that Embiid will play in the regular season opener. "I think we're optimistic where things are at with Joel, and we are looking forward to next season," said Morey on Friday. Embiid played 19 games last season and was ruled out for the ye…

What are Realistic Expectations for Joel Embiid in the 2025-26 Sixers Season?

The Philadelphia 76ers are one of the biggest question marks in in this looming NBA season. Coming off a nightmare campaign in which they finished with a 24-58 record, the pessimism is evident despite the Eastern Conference being as wide open as it ever will be. While we can be excited about flashes shown by V.J. Edgecombe, or what Jared McCain can do over the length of the full season, the daunting reality the Sixers must face is their outlook …