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76ers Get Major Joel Embiid Update Amid Blockbuster Trade Prediction
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The Philadelphia 76ers have heard optimistic Joel Embiid health updates before.
Sixers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey told ESPN that Embiid is healthy and “extra motivated” entering the 2026-27 season.
Philadelphia acquired Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics and signed LeBron James to join Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
So he’s motivated to have a good year and he’s ready to go.”
Failed Title Run Could Fuel Joel Embiid Trade RumorsEdgecombe called the coming season “championship or bust,” an unusually blunt but accurate description of Philadelphia’s position.