The former MVP will have a second surgery to repair his left knee.
Philadelphia 76ers’ star center Joel Embiid is set to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee next week, the team announced on Wednesday. Embiid is expected to be re-evaluated in six weeks, with the franchise hoping he will be ready for the start of next season.
“Following consultations with medical experts, it has been determined that Joel Embiid will undergo arthroscopic surgery next week to address his left knee,” according to a statement released by the team.
Notably, this will be the second procedure on the same knee within a year. Embiid underwent meniscus surgery in early 2024, but returned later in the season for the playoffs, where the Sixers were eliminated in the first round by the New York Knicks. He also played for Team USA in the Paris Olympics. However, shortly before the start of the season, inflammation issues started resurfacing which limited him to just 19 games.
Embiid averaged 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in just 19 games this season before being ruled out.
Drafted third overall in 2014, Embiid’s career has been marred by injuries. Over his nine seasons in the NBA, he has played 452 games and missed over 400 games due to injuries and suspensions.
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June 19, 2014 – Undergoes surgery for a stress fracture in his right foot days before the NBA Draft and missed the entire season.
June 13, 2015 – Re-breaks his navicular bone.
Aug. 18, 2015 – Undergoes a second surgery, ruling him out for 2015-16 as well.
Jan. 20, 2017 – Injured his left knee after a fall, missed three games.
Jan. 27, 2017 – Plays his final game of the season due to left knee swelling.
Feb. 11, 2017 – Diagnosed with a minor meniscus tear, listed as day-to-day.
March 1, 2017 – Ruled out for the season after MRI shows the injury is more severe.
March 28, 2018 – Suffers a left orbital bone fracture and concussion after colliding with Markelle Fultz.
Jan. 6, 2020 – Sustains a severe finger injury and underwent surgery. Missed nine games.
May 31, 2021 – Tears his right knee meniscus in the playoffs against the Wizards. Missed one game.
Nov. 8, 2021 – Missed nine games due to COVID-19.
April 20, 2022 – Tears a ligament in his right thumb during the playoffs, requiring offseason surgery.
April 28, 2022 – Suffers a right orbital fracture and mild concussion after an elbow from Pascal Siakam. Missed two games.
Jan. 30, 2024 – Suffers a torn lateral meniscus after Jonathan Kuminga falls on his left knee and underwent surgery and missed regular season.
April 25, 2024 – Diagnosed with Bell’s palsy and struggled with vision during playoff.
Oct. 22, 2024 – Ruled out for the regular season opener due to left knee injury management.
Nov. 12, 2024 – Returns after missing nine games, including a six-game absence for knee management.
Dec. 13, 2024 – Suffers a sinus fracture, missing one game.
Jan. 6, 2025 – Initially out with a foot sprain, later listed with left knee injury management. Missed 15 straight games.
Feb. 23, 2025 – Reports suggest he and the Sixers are considering knee surgery.
Feb. 28, 2025 – Officially ruled out for the remainder of the season due to his left knee injury.
April. 2, 2025 – Team confirms he will undergo knee arthroscopy.
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