With the Philadelphia Sixers set to open the 2025-26 season Wednesday night in Boston against the Celtics, they finally got some good news, something they rarely got last season.

Joel Embiid Cleared for the Season Opener

Joel Embiid, who played in Friday’s preseason finale against the Minnesota Timberwolves, is not on the injury report and will play in the opener.

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Embiid’s Preseason Return Impressed Fans and Analysts

Embiid made his return to the court for the first time since February, playing in 19 minutes on Friday night, filling the stat sheet with 14 points, seven rebounds, eight assists, and three steals.

The former MVP underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his left knee back in April, but appears to be moving much better than he did at any point last season, when he appeared in just 19 games.

He has played in just 58 games over the past two seasons due to a left knee injury and looked like a shell of himself for most of last season, scoring just 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 30.2 minutes per game.

Sixers Projected Starting Lineup vs Boston

Look for Embiid to be in the starting lineup for the Sixers along with Tyrese Maxey, rookie VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre, and Adem Bona against Boston.

Where to Listen: 97.3 ESPN Broadcast Info

You can listen to the game with Tom McGinnis calling all the action on 97.3 ESPN with the tip-off at 7:30.

The Most Controversial People In The Last 30 Years Of Philadelphia Sports

Philadelphia Sports fans are never shy to speak their mind about the players and coaches who represent their favorite teams. There is a long list of Polarizing Figures who have coached and played the Professional Sports teams in Philadelphia. Here is our list of the 30 Most Controversial Men in the last 30 years of Philly Sports:

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