So the native of Cameroon who once never believed in seeking help from others had decided over time — much like elite athletes Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and retired swimmer Michael Phelps — to shake the once-taboo stigma of therapy and go all-in on the process to steer him through turbulent times in his professional career.

The 7-foot-2 center, who battled injuries throughout his career, noted that it’s hard to not feel bad about yourself in those moments, but he's learned that talking to others about it has helped.

Here is the full injury report for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in their matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers on the road.

Sights and sounds from the postgame scene after the Sixers' victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night.

Embiid, who previously missed Monday's game with a right sinus fracture, helped the Sixers take advantage of a depleted Charlotte Hornets roster.

Here are the three biggest takeaways for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in a home win over the Charlotte Hornets.

Embiid, ruled out for a week after a sinus fracture last Friday, was listed as questionable but passed a late fitness test.

For just the seventh time this season, Joel Embiid and Paul George played together on Friday night. Although Embiid wasn’t expected to play as he was dealing wi

Joel Embiid had 34 points and nine assists after missing a game because of a sinus fracture, helping the 76ers beat the Charlotte Hornets 108-98 on Friday night.

The Philadelphia 76ers secured a crucial win on Friday night during the 2024-25 NBA season, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 108-98. Joel Embiid played a pivotal role, and post-game took the opportunity to send a message about his teammate Paul George.