Joel Embiid could make his regular season debut as early as Wednesday when the Philadelphia 76ers play at the LA Clippers. Embiid is being investigated by the NBA for allegedly shoving a reporter and could receive a suspension.
Embiid has been practicing in five-on-five action and has ramped up his activity.
The Sixers have an internal confidence that Embiid's left knee can be successfully managed in the coming months.
Sources tell The Athletic that the Sixers "truly believed" Embiid would be ready for the start of the season. Embiid has wished to be as private as possible when it comes to his health and some of the reports on his condition have been opaque and confusing.