Embiid finally came to life against Memphis and posted season highs in minutes (35), points, and rebounds. Fantasy managers should be encouraged by his stat line in the defeat, but he has a long way to go to live up to his perceived fantasy value from the preseason. Philadelphia will need regular performances like this from the big man.
Maxey will play alongside Paul George and Joel Embiid for the first time ever on Wednesday. The star point guard might not carry a full workload after two weeks on the shelf but will likely affect Jared McCain's production now that he's back in the rotation.
Vincent Goodwill and Isis "Ice" Young discuss the turmoil surrounding Joel Embiid and the 76ers, the Celtics beating the Cavaliers and the biggest disappointments (so far) of the NBA season.
Philadelphia held a team meeting after their fourth straight loss on Monday, with the team falling to 2-11.
Tyrese Maxey reportedly challenged Joel Embiid on Monday night in an extended team meeting.