As the Sixers move forward, the hope is that Embiid and George will continue growing as a pairing which then opens everything up for Philadelphia. With a little more luck in the health department than in 2024-25, the hope is that the Sixers will continue to lean on those two going forward.

Joel Embiid explains the 76ers’ choice to bench him late vs. the Warriors, outlining how the plan helps his return and long-term rhythm.