Joel Embiid has always been one of the most dominant centers in the NBA, but injuries have constantly been a shadow over his career. The 2023 MVP has only crossed the 65-game mark twice in his career, and lingering knee problems caught up with him again, leading to surgery in April 2025. This was his second knee surgery in a little over a year. While fans worried about his long-term health, recent footage shared by the 76ers shows Embiid back in practice—and there’s something immediately noticeable.

The six-foot-11 star looks leaner, even “skinny,” compared to his usual imposing frame, sparking chatter across social media. It seems like Embiid is using his rehab not just to recover but to transform his body, turning the downtime into a chance to shed pounds and come back stronger. The

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