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Sixers Star Embiid Plays Just 17 Days Post-Op
27 Apr
Summary
- Joel Embiid returned for Game 4 after a 17-day appendectomy recovery.
- He was listed as doubtful but upgraded to questionable pre-game.
- Embiid averaged 26.9 points and 7.7 rebounds this season.
Joel Embiid made a remarkable comeback to the Philadelphia 76ers starting lineup for Game 4 of their playoff series against the Boston Celtics. This appearance came only 17 days after undergoing an appendectomy. Embiid had been suffering from appendicitis and had surgery in Houston on April 9.
His return was unexpected, as he was listed as doubtful earlier in the day. However, after a pregame workout, his status was upgraded to questionable. The two-time NBA scoring champion's presence is crucial for the Sixers, who currently trail the best-of-seven series 2-1.
This season, Embiid has averaged 26.9 points and 7.7 rebounds. His availability has been a concern in recent seasons; he played in only 19 games in 2024-25 and has not played in as many as 40 regular-season games since 2022-23, when he earned MVP honors.
