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76ers’ Embiid to undergo surgery for torn meniscus

Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 27, 2017, file photo, Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid reacts during an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets in Philadelphia. Embiid's numbers are the best in the rookie class. Yet his rookie of the year chances seem very flawed for this reason: Embiid will miss nearly two-thirds of Philadelphia's season because of injuries. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Embiid says Saric is rookie of the year, but debate rages on

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 11, 2017, file photo, Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid walks down the court during an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in Philadelphia. Embiid's season is over because of continued issues with his left knee, the 76ers announced Wednesday, March 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File) **FILE**

Joel Embiid’s season over because of left knee problems

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

FILE - In this Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, file photo, Philadelphia 76ers' Nerlens Noel (4) goes up for a shot against San Antonio Spurs' LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Philadelphia. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Dallas Mavericks have acquired Noel from the Philadelphia 76ers for Andrew Bogut, Justin Anderson and a protected first-round draft pick. The two teams agreed on the deal on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, before the trade deadline. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Mavs turn eye to future by getting Noel, waiving Williams

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

76ers’ Embiid can’t play but can dance

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Nerlens Noel, left, dunks the ball against Miami Heat's Willie Reed during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Without Embiid, 76ers snap Miami’s 13-game winning streak

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Dario Saric (9) reacts after sinking a basket against the Orlando Magic during the final moments of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Sixers edge Magic 112-111 after McConnell’s jumper

By TERRANCE HARRIS - Associated Press

Sacramento Kings' Matt Barnes (22) goes up for a dunk during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

76ers rally without Embiid to beat Cousins, Kings 122-119

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Trust the Absence: 76ers Embiid out 3 games with knee injury

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Robert Covington, left, and Nerlens Noel, right, compete for the ball with Houston Rockets' James Harden during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Harden scores 51 to lead Rockets past Embiid, 76ers

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Minnesota Timberwolves teammates Karl-Anthony Towns, center, and Tyus Jones (1) celebrate their lead in the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in Minneapolis. The Wolves won 111-108. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

Towns, Embiid highlight NBA’s Rising Stars rosters

Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Gerald Henderson (12) drives past Milwaukee Bucks' Jabari Parker during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)

Without Embiid again, 76ers hold off Bucks 114-109

By RICH ROVITO - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Richaun Holmes (22) reacts after dunking the ball past Los Angeles Clippers' DeAndre Jordan (6) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Without Embiid, 76ers upset Griffin and Clippers, 121-110

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Toronto Raptors' Kyle Lowry, right, is fouled by Philadelphia 76ers' Nik Stauskas during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Embiid scores 26, 76ers beat Raptors 94-89

By ROB MAADDI - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid tries to drive past Milwaukee Bucks' Jabari Parker during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Embiid strong in 4th quarter as 76ers beat Bucks 113-104

By JOE DiGIOVANNI - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, top, dunks against Charlotte Hornets' Michael Kidd-Gilchrist during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid resting against Wizards

Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, top, dunks against Charlotte Hornets' Michael Kidd-Gilchrist during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Embiid sparks 76ers to 1st 3-game win streak in 3 years

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, right, and Philadelphia 76ers' T.J. McConnell celebrate after McDonnell's game-winning basket during an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 98-97. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Embiid has Philadelphia hitting ‘like’ button on 76ers

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Nerlens Noel (4) goes up for a dunk against New York Knicks' Justin Holiday (8) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

McConnell’s jumper at buzzer sends 76ers past Knicks, 98-97

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Nerlens Noel goes up for a dunk during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Covington’s buzzer-beater lifts 76ers over Timberwolves

By DAN GELSTON - Associated Press