Embiid Returns from Injury with 18 Points in Double-OT Loss

Joel Embiid returned for the Philadelphia 76ers after a nine-game absence due to a right knee injury, recording 18 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists in a season-high 30 minutes during a 142-134 double-overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks. While his mobility appeared fine, some rust was evident, and he did not participate in the second overtime period.