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76ers center Ariel Hukporti suffers season-ending Achilles tendon tear in preseason game vs Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers center Ariel Hukporti suffered a season-ending right Achilles tendon tear in Monday night’s preseason game against the New York Knicks, the team said Tuesday

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Joel Embiid just gave the 76ers a reason for real optimism about his health The 76ers will reportedly get a lighter version of Joel Embiid this season, and that is definitely great news for their title chase.

5 DAYS AGO • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers' Nick Nurse makes major LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey preseason announcement | Sporting News The Philadelphia 76ers had most of their stars missing in their preseason opener. Head coach Nick Nurse made it clear what the plan is movin...

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

LeBron James reveals 76ers' NBA championship mantra with Tyrese Maxey & Joel Embiid | Sporting News The 76ers are stacked with LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid but their new mantra en route to an NBA championship contention will...

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Three Things That Mattered Most From Knicks' Opening Preseason Game The New York Knicks opened the preseason with a 120-97 loss in Philadelphia. 20 different Knickerbockers suited up, whereas the Sixers were...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Why aren't LeBron James, Joel Embiid playing today, Oct. 5, for 76ers vs NY Knicks in 2026 NBA Preseason? The Philadelphia 76ers begin their 2026 NBA Preseason action against the New York Knicks with hopes of seeing stars LeBron James and Joel Em...

5 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

LeBron James sits out 76ers' preseason opener against Knicks. Embiid, Maxey also out

LeBron James and Joel Embiid are sitting out the Philadelphia 76ers' preseason opener against the New York Knicks

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

76ers make decision on if LeBron James will play NBA Preseason vs. Knicks tonight | Sporting News LeBron James will not be on the court for the 76ers' NBA Preseason bout against the Knicks alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Won't play Monday Embiid (rest) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Knicks, Chris Hine of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Impact Embiid, LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey and Anfernee Simons, among others, will take a seat for the preseason opener, leaving plenty of usage available for second-year guard VJ Edgecombe and rookie Labaron Philon. It's unclear if Embiid will suit up Thursday in Brooklyn, but the big man's workload will continue to be closely managed during the 2026-27 season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James gets brutally honest about Joel Embiid's health today compared to 2024 | Sporting News LeBron James seems pleased with Joel Embiid's health lately.

OCTOBER 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

LeBron James was balling, babysitting and putting on a fantastic show in 76ers' debut at scrimmage

Sixers fans had plenty of excitement for the debut of LeBron James in the team's annual scrimmage

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

76ers unveil a much-needed change for Joel Embiid this season Nick Nurse just hinted at a much-needed change to the 76ers offense with Joel Embiid on the floor,

OCTOBER 3 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Don't expect Joel Embiid to change as long as Jaylen Brown's on the 76ers Jaylen Brown made it clear that he wants Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid to continue stretching the floor.

OCTOBER 3 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

The Sixers Vets Won't Be Able to Play Every Game Chris Mannix and Grant Liffmann break down how the Sixers will divvy up their offense and why rest for LeBron James and Joel Embiid may mean...

OCTOBER 2 • SI.COM

Jalen Duren's bumper extension could reshape NBA's view of Joel Embiid's deal Joel Embiid has Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons to thank for creating an opportunity to change the NBA's perception of his contract.

OCTOBER 2 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

It's hard to love Nick Nurse's early Ariel Hukporti evaluation with 76ers Behind Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers are stocked with two young veterans in Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti. They know plenty about the f...

OCTOBER 2 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Joel Embiid gets real about how he has taken his mental health more seriously as of late | Sporting News Joel Embiid has been focused on improving his well-being during the offseason.

OCTOBER 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

76ers face LeBron-Embiid lineup dilemma that directly affects championship hopes If Nick Nurse can't solve this conundrum involving LeBron James and Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers can kiss their championship dream go...

OCTOBER 2 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Will have maintenance plan Embiid's workload will continue to be closely managed during the 2026-27 season, head coach Nick Nurse said Tuesday, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com.

Impact Nurse said Philadelphia is already working through plans for Embiid and LeBron James on back-to-backs while mapping out their workloads for the next month. Embiid entered training camp without restrictions and was a full participant in Tuesday's opening practice, but the 76ers' early planning indicates they'll remain cautious with the veteran center despite his encouraging health entering the season.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Embiid exposes overlooked emotional side of the Paul George trade Joel Embiid is excited about the acquisition of Jaylen Brown, but he also exposed the emotional side of losing Paul George as a teammate,

SEPTEMBER 30 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

76ers reap the rewards of Joel Embiid playing for Team USA years later The Philadelphia 76ers got rewarded for Joel Embiid suiting up for Team USA thanks to their new LeBron James connection.

SEPTEMBER 30 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Get to the chopper! 76ers try to stay cool as LeBron James brings extra attention to start of season

LeBron James has made a splash at 76ers training camp

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Nick Nurse delivers rare two-word Joel Embiid status that 76ers fans will love For the first time in years, Joel Embiid is a full participant at the start of Philadelphia 76ers training camp

SEPTEMBER 29 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Jalen Duren is doing 76ers center Joel Embiid a favor as Pistons drama rages on The 76ers might not even have to deal with the Pistons as Jalen Duren himself is making the latter look vulnerable.

SEPTEMBER 29 • THESIXERSENSE.COM

Joel Embiid health update: 76ers center 'feeling pretty good' entering season Joel Embiid provided an update on his health at 76ers Media Day on Monday as he enters his first season teaming up with LeBron James in Phil...

SEPTEMBER 28 • USATODAY.COM

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76ers center Ariel Hukporti suffers season-ending Achilles tendon tear in preseason game vs Knicks

LeBron James sits out 76ers' preseason opener against Knicks. Embiid, Maxey also out

LeBron James was balling, babysitting and putting on a fantastic show in 76ers' debut at scrimmage

Get to the chopper! 76ers try to stay cool as LeBron James brings extra attention to start of season