The 76ers wiped their books clean for one swing at whatever roster they wanted around Embiid and Tyrese Maxey — this summer only, before Maxey signed his $204 million contract. And they homered, adding the best available free agent, Paul George, a perfect fit between their existing stars.

Joel Embiid sure can get the people talking. When he hit the podium for his first of many press conferences this season for Monday’s Media Day session, the Philadelphia 76ers center made a shocking reveal when he mentioned he lost a significant amount of weight this summer.

Embiid is ready to do whatever it takes to be healthy at the most important time. Even if it costs him personal acclaim.

If the Sixers' medical staff asks him to ease off at times this season, star Joel Embiid said he "should listen," even if they "have to punch me, slap me, take my stuff away."

The Philadelphia 76ers made the biggest move of the summer around the NBA, signing All-Star forward Paul George to a massive four-year deal. George comes over to the 76ers from the Los Angeles Clippers after the two sides couldn't come to terms on a new contract.

Embiid’s health was implicit in the 76ers bolstering the frontcourt in the offseason, moving on from Paul Reed in favor of veteran Andre Drummond.

Philadelphia 76ers stars Joel Embiid and Paul George are both expected to sit in Monday's matchup against the New Zealand Breakers.

Philadelphia 76ers basketball is on its way back. After traveling to The Bahamas for training camp, the championship hopefuls face the New Zealand Breakers of the NBL at 7:00 P.M. EST in their first preseason game.