Celtics' Payton Pritchard 'Not Worried' About Joel Embiid's Possible Return
Summary
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has not played since surgery on April 9 but returned to light practice. Celtics guard Payton Pritchard said he is not worried about Embiid possibly returning during their playoff series. The 76ers and Celtics are tied 1-1, and Game 3 is scheduled in Philadelphia.Key Facts
- Joel Embiid had an appendectomy on April 9 and has not played since.
- Embiid participated in light practice but is doubtful for Game 3 on Friday.
- The 76ers hope Embiid can return later in the first-round playoff series against the Celtics.
- Celtics guard Payton Pritchard said the team is not focused on Embiid’s possible return yet.
- 76ers coach Nick Nurse expressed hope for Embiid’s return and noted progress in his recovery.
- The playoff series between the 76ers and Celtics is tied 1-1 after Philadelphia’s upset win at Boston.
- Rookie VJ Edgecombe scored 30 points with 10 rebounds in the 76ers’ win.
- Game 3 will take place in Philadelphia at 7 p.m. ET on Friday.
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