Embiid Returns from Injury, Posts 34 Points, 10 Rebounds, 8 Assists in OT Win

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Joel Embiid (ankle/illness) was cleared for Tuesday's game vs. Grizzlies after missing Sunday, then delivered a dominant performance. He recorded 34 points (11-28 FG), 10 rebounds, eight assists (season-high), two blocks, and one steal in a season-high 38 minutes during the 76ers' 139-136 overtime win. This marked his second double-double in 14 appearances. Embiid has been productive, scoring 22+ points in five straight games, including three with 31+. His return sent Andre Drummond back to the second unit.