Philadelphia 76ers Provide Crucial Joel Embiid Update at Start of Training Camp

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse announced that center Joel Embiid entered training camp completely healthy and has participated fully in early sessions. Embiid experienced his first injury-free offseason in multiple years, allowing the 32-year-old star to rest and arrive at camp in peak physical condition with a noticeably leaner frame.

Teammates including new guard Anfernee Simons praised Embiid's conditioning and work ethic entering the 2026-27 NBA season. The Sixers made major roster additions over the summer by acquiring LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, but team leadership maintains that their ultimate success depends on Embiid staying healthy and available.