The Philadelphia 76ers are having a strong NBA season despite the absence of several key players, largely because rising star Tyrese Maxey continues to deliver at an elite level. But on Sunday night against the Atlanta Hawks, the group welcomed back its franchise centerpiece, Joel Embiid, who returned to action after missing time with a knee issue.

Following the game, Embiid addressed reporters with updates on his knee and his overall health after his first appearance back on the court. “It’s all okay. We’re good to go. Glad we got out there to play basketball,” he said.

When asked specifically about the challenges he faced during his recovery over the past week, Embiid added, “Obviously, I had a few core sessions. Sometimes it responds well, sometimes it doesn’t. If you feel like you’ve

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