Summary
Joel Embiid, a star player for the Philadelphia 76ers, had emergency appendectomy surgery last week and is not expected to play soon. Sports commentator Skip Bayless claimed Embiid was cleared to play but chose not to, which was strongly denied by others who stressed Embiid needs time to recover.
Key Facts
- Joel Embiid had emergency appendectomy surgery last Thursday in Houston.
- He was discharged from the hospital the next day but has no set date to return to basketball.
- The Philadelphia 76ers are playing the Orlando Magic in the NBA Play-In Tournament without Embiid.
- Skip Bayless said Embiid was cleared to play but chose not to, based on an unnamed source.
- NBA insider Brett Siegel called Bayless' claim false and said Embiid needs to recover from serious surgery.
- Embiid has a history of injuries including foot fractures, ankle and knee issues, and a torn meniscus.
- The 76ers will rely on other players against Orlando and may face the Boston Celtics in the playoffs next.
- Embiid’s health is key for the team’s chances in the playoffs.
