The Philadelphia 76ers have the second-worst record in the Eastern Conference at 2-9, but they provided their fans with a bit of positivity on Thursday.

After signing a three-year, $192 million extension, 76ers’ Joel Embiid made his 2024-25 debut against the Knicks. He finished with 13 points, five assists, and three rebounds in the 111-99 loss. After the game, Embiid talked about his mediocre performance.

Joel Embiid's 2024-25 season got off to a disastrous start off of the floor. What was supposed to be a season focused on health and making it to the playoffs in peak condition began with a preseason knee injury and an altercation with a local reporter that led to a three-game suspension.