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Monday, April 27, 2026
76ers' Joel Embiid details difficult road to recovery after appendectomy
Amick’s Latest: Lottery Reform, Mosley, Possible Coaching Changes, Lakers, Wolves

A “heavy frontrunner” has emerged as the NBA considers its options to reduce tanking, league and team sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. In March, the league presented three separate lottery...

76ers' Joel Embiid reveals pooping problem that's definitely TMI

Embiid decided to share this with everyone.

5 Sixers thoughts: Key quotes from Joel Embiid's first media availability since appendectomy after Game 4 loss

For the first time since a chaotic three-week stretch derailed his season, Joel Embiid spoke with reporters after returning to action in the Sixers' Game 4 loss on Sunday.

Sunday, April 26, 2026
Why Tyrese Maxey hated how he played in the first half of Game 4 against the Celtics

Tyrese Maxey has been superb for the 76ers all season, but he was unhappy about his own performance against the Celtics in Game 4.

Jayson Tatum leads Celtics to 3-1 lead over 76ers, grabs new NBA Playoffs feat

Coach Joe Mazzulla may have seen Payton Pritchard pop off for the Celtics but Jayson Tatum was also making NBA Playoffs history as they go up 3-1 in the NBA Playoffs.

Payton Pritchard (32), Celtics shoot down Sixers, lead 3-1

Payton Pritchard scored a career-playoff-high 32 points off the bench and the Boston Celtics took a 3-1 series lead with a convincing 128-96 road vict

Celtics flatten 76ers to go up 3-1, Payton Pritchard gets new NBA Playoffs record

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown put up big numbers against the 76ers but it was Payton Pritchard who got the Celtics to a 3-1 NBA Playoffs series lead.

Instant observations: Sixers on the brink of elimination after Game 4 blowout loss in Joel Embiid's return

Only 17 days removed from an emergency appendectomy, Joel Embiid returned for the Sixers on Sunday night. It was not nearly enough.

Follow live: 76ers look to even series vs. Celtics in Game 4
Embiid back in lineup for Game 4 vs. Celtics

Joel Embiid is back in the lineup for the 76ers just two-and-a-half weeks after undergoing an emergency appendectomy.

76ers star Joel Embiid active for Game 4 vs. Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid was active and in the starting lineup for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series again

Joel Embiid Set To Return For Game 4

The Sixers are getting reinforcements as they look to tie their series with the Celtics at 2-2, as ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that star big man Joel Embiid will return in Game 4 after a...

Embiid’s return sparks hope as 76ers face must-win Game 4 against Celtics
76ers receive encouraging Joel Embiid update ahead of Celtics playoff game

Joel Embiid is shooting before Game 4.

Atlantic Notes: Embiid, Tatum, Barnes, Fernandez

After previously being listed as doubtful, Sixers‘ star big man Joel Embiid has been upgraded to questionable for Game 4 in Philadelphia on Sunday, notes Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link)....

Joel Embiid upgraded to questionable for Sixers-Celtics Game 4

Joel Embiid underwent an emergency appendectomy 17 days ago and, over the last few days, has inched closer to returning to action.

76ers vs Celtics best prop picks: Trade Game 4 player props on Kalshi

See the best prop picks for 76ers vs Celtics Game 4 to trade on Kalshi prediction markets for the NBA Playoffs.

Is Joel Embiid playing in Game 4 tonight vs. Celtics? Game status for 76ers star

Embiid missed the first three games of the series due to appendectomy recovery.

What channel is 76ers vs. Celtics on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 4 of NBA Playoffs series

It's a key swing game as Philadelphia looks to even the series at home and Boston tries to take a commanding lead back to the Garden. Here's all you need to know to watch.

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Jayson Tatum's improvement bodes well for Celtics in Game 4 vs. 76ers

Jayson Tatum has only been back on the court for seven-plus weeks but the Boston Celtics star is making a stellar impact.,While putting last May's dev

Sixers Notes: Embiid, Oubre, Rebounding, Game 3 Loss

Joel Embiid remains doubtful for the Sixers‘ Game 4 against Boston on Sunday, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer writes in a subscriber-only story. Embiid hasn’t been able to play since...

Key contributor pops up on 76ers' injury report ahead of Game 4 vs. Celtics
Joel Embiid listed doubtful for Sixers-Celtics on Sunday; full injury reports ahead of Game 4

Could Joel Embiid appear in a playoff game only 17 days after undergoing an appendectomy? He is not the Sixers' only key player listed on the team's initial injury report for Game 4.

In Sixers' Game 3 loss, Adem Bona and Andre Drummond 'were trying as best as they could,' but their flaws were costly

Friday's Game 3 between the Sixers and Celtics was a legitimate toss-up. A few too many mistakes forced the Sixers into a 2-1 series deficit.

Nick Nurse regrets the 76ers' untimely mistakes that led to the Game 3 defeat

The 76ers lost a close one in Game 3 against the Celtics, and Nick Nurse regrets the small mistakes his team made.

Friday, April 24, 2026
Celtics eke out Game 3 win vs. Sixers, regain series lead

Jayson Tatum scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter as the visiting Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 108-100 on Friday in Game

Celtics vanquish 76ers, Jaylen Brown & Jayson Tatum break rare NBA Playoffs records

The Celtics go up 2-0 against the 76ers as Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum etched their names in more NBA Playoffs records.

Instant observations: Sixers make too many mistakes, squander Game 3 opportunity vs. Celtics

The first playoff basketball game in Philadelphia in nearly two years turned into a true slugfest.

Follow live: 76ers host Celtics in pivotal Game 3
Embiid sits Game 3; 'Just not ready,' coach says

Despite an increased workload, Joel Embiid will miss Game 3 of the 76ers first-round series against the Celtics as he continues to recover from an appendectomy.

Injury Notes: Durant, Reaves, Embiid, Edwards, Gordon

Kevin Durant will miss Game 3 for the Rockets on Friday due to a left ankle sprain, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (via Twitter). Durant had previously been listed as questionable after suiting up...

Joel Embiid ruled out for Sixers-Celtics Game 3

Joel Embiid will not return to action just yet.

76ers-Celtics picks for Game 3: Kalshi prediction markets for NBA Playoffs

Get in with all the best 76ers-Celtics picks for Game 3 to trade on Kalshi prediction markets for the NBA Playoffs.

Joel Embiid headlines 76ers injury report for Game 3 vs. Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers may be without Joel Embiid in Game 3 of their first-round series against the Boston Celtics on Friday.

Is Joel Embiid playing in Game 3 tonight vs. Celtics? Game status for 76ers star
What channel is 76ers vs. Celtics on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 3 of NBA Playoffs series

Here's everything you need to know about when and where to watch Game 3 as the series moves to Philadelphia.

From Tyrese Maxey to Justin Edwards – and maybe Joel Embiid – adjustments to watch for in Sixers-Celtics Game 3

Any good seven-game playoff series in the NBA eventually turns into a chess match. How will head coaches Nick Nurse and Joe Mazzulla adjust as the Sixers and Celtics head to Philadelphia?

Thursday, April 23, 2026
76ers' Nick Nurse provides optimistic update on Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid appears to be moving in the right direction when it comes to a return for Philadelphia. 

Sixers Notes: Embiid, Edgecombe, George, 22nd Pick

Joel Embiid has been upgraded to doubtful for the Sixers‘ Game 3 against the Celtics on Friday, Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports notes (via Twitter). As The Athletic’s Tony Jones writes, Embiid...

Austin Reaves, Joel Embiid take steps toward playoff returns; Kevin Durant questionable with new injury

Ahead of their respective Game 3s, we got significant injury updates to a trio of stars

76ers upgrade Embiid to doubtful going into G3

Joel Embiid, who had an emergency appendectomy two weeks ago, participated in parts of the 76ers' practice Thursday.

Joel Embiid listed doubtful for Sixers-Celtics on Friday; full injury reports ahead of Game 3

Just 15 days after undergoing an emergency appendectomy, Joel Embiid may step onto the floor for a playoff game.

76ers, Celtics enter Game 3 all square; Philly 'hopeful' Joel Embiid returns

Welcome to the playoffs.,After the Boston Celtics dropped Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers, those four succinct words from Jaylen Brown summarize

Joel Embiid takes major step towards return for Philadelphia 76ers
Joel Embiid participates in parts of practice ahead of Sixers-Celtics Game 3

Joel Embiid had not participated in any on-court Sixers activities since his appendectomy earlier this month — until Thursday.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Why the Celtics' Game 2 loss to the Sixers is actually not a bad thing

While the Celtics went from winning by 32 in Game 1 to losing by 14 in Game 2, this actually helps them in the long run.

Sixers mock draft roundup 1.0: An early look at the options for No. 22 overall pick

The Jared McCain trade netted the Sixers the No. 22 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Which prospects might be on their radar?

Jayson Tatum problem that everyone ignored is exactly why Celtics were upset by 76ers

Maybe it's time to take note here.

Tyrese Maxey celebrates VJ Edgecombe's maturity in standout Game 2 performance

VJ Edgecombe proved he is one of the league's best rookies, but he certified his status with a 30-point performance in Game 2.

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