Joel Embiid News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

76ers are drawing more eyes and Joel Embiid could pay the price 76ers star Joel Embiid says he is the easy target for the media, and that could add a thick layer of drama for the team this season.

18 HOURS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Won't play Saturday Embiid (rest) is out for Saturday's exhibition against the Celtics, Tony Jones of The Athletic reports.

Impact Head coach Nick Nurse is resting most of the vets for Saturday's exhibition, so Jabari Walker could get all the run he can handle. Embiid should return for Friday's preseason rematch with Boston.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Are LeBron James, Joel Embiid playing today, Oct. 10, for 76ers vs Celtics in 2026 NBA Preseason? The Philadelphia 76ers are gearing up for another preseason matchup against the Boston Celtics, with all eyes on a high-profile showdown bet...

1 DAY AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Joel Embiid's cautious preseason approach should concern 76ers if carried over Joel Embiid's apprehension during the Philadelphia 76ers' preseason defeat to the Brooklyn Nets should concern the franchise.

1 DAY AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers are quietly repeating the same old mistake with Joel Embiid The 76ers still do not have a clear answer to their depth behind Joel Embiid with the regular season looming.

1 DAY AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

ESPN analyst sounds the alarm on 76ers' Joel Embiid after concerning preseason opener | Sporting News The Philadelphia 76ers are still putting some major chemistry together. However, an ESPN analyst is worried about the health of Joel Embiid.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

76ers should be troubled by Joel Embiid's preseason debut Embiid looked slow, fell down and missed an embarrassing layup attempt.

2 DAYS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Joel Embiid breaks silence on LeBron James report that sparked controversy | Sporting News Embiid and James have both now shot down a report about the star big man's tardiness to practice.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Joel Embiid's struggles in 76ers-Nets were a yearly routine with better timing Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid struggled against the Brooklyn Nets in his preseason opener.

2 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Modest performance Thursday Embiid closed with six points (1-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 24 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 preseason loss to Brooklyn.

Impact After sitting out the first preseason game, Embiid made his first appearance for the new-look 76ers, turning in an indifferent performance. Although he managed to chip in across the board, he struggled from the field and was careless with the ball, racking up a team-high eight turnovers. It was certainly encouraging to see him suiting up for a preseason game, indicating that he should be ready to go for opening night.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James has a strong start in his first game with the 76ers and expects things to get better

LeBron James looks set to make a big impact on the Philadelphia 76ers, and the NBA’s career scoring leader may not even need to shoot much to do it

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

76ers have a Joel Embiid problem on defense that could define their season The 76ers might have to make huge changes to their defense to cater to Joel Embiid and his declining physicals.

2 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Set to play Thursday Embiid (rest) is set to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Nets, per ESPN.com.

Impact The 76ers are planning to have their entire Opening Night starting lineup available Thursday. Embiid, who sat out the preseason opener, should get some run in the first half while Philadelphia gets its first look at its new-look roster.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

It took one preseason game for Jaylen Brown to show 76ers what they were missing The Philadelphia 76ers finally have someone like Jaylen Brown who can manufacture offense without Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

2 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Joel Embiid's next evolution could become a major asset for the 76ers If Joel Embiid improves this particular attribute, the Philadelphia 76ers can add a whole new dynamic to their offense.

3 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Injuries are already taking their toll on the Philadelphia 76ers Ariel Hukporti's Achilles tear exposed how fragile the Sixers' depth is at backup center behind the oft-injured Joel Embiid.

3 DAYS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

76ers' Nick Nurse sounds off on report that LeBron James has gotten on Joel Embiid for being late | Sporting News Joel Embiid and LeBron James have been a storyline since Monday's preseason opener. 76ers head coach Nick Nurse gave his take on the whole E...

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nick Nurse Reacts to Viral Joel Embiid 'Late' Story Nick Nurse was surprised to hear the reports about Joel Embiid because they didn’t match what he had seen from his star center.

3 DAYS AGO • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

Mike Breen apologizes after LeBron James exposes disputed 76ers practice story | Sporting News LeBron James wasted no time shutting down Mike Breen’s controversial claim about Joel Embiid. Now, the longtime NBA broadcaster is apologizi...

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

LeBron holding Embiid accountable would've been good for Sixers if it were true The Philadelphia Sixers should want LeBron James and Joel Embiid to be comfortable enough to hold each other and their teammates accountable...

3 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers have LeBron James to thank for stopping a messy story in its tracks LeBron James firmly denied a rumor saying that he called out Joel Embiid, reflecting the new reality the 76ers are under.

3 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Joel Embiid gets brutally honest about his mentality ahead of the 76ers' big year | Sporting News Joel Embiid is locked in ahead of the 76ers' championship charge in the 2026-27 season.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

LeBron James pushes back on viral claim involving Joel Embiid | Sporting News LeBron James says not to believe everything you hear about Joel Embiid.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ariel Hukporti's injury makes Joel Embiid's health that much more important The Philadelphia Sixers will be without Ariel Hukporti for the season, a tough blow for their center insurance behind Joel Embiid.

4 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Is Joel Embiid the Wild Card on the Sixers Mega Roster? Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down Rachel’s time at 76ers training camp, how LeBron will fit into the new roster, and whether Joel E...

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

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LeBron James has a strong start in his first game with the 76ers and expects things to get better