The Sixers have been honest about their plan to make sure Embiid makes it to the finish line and is healthy for the playoffs.

The Philadelphia 76ers were able to see what Paul George could do for them on the basketball court in Friday's 121-111 preseason loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves and the results were encouraging. George had 23 points on 8-for-15 shooting and he pulled down six rebounds.

When Joel Embiid addressed the media before the start of training camp, the seven-time All-Star stated that he believes Tyrese Maxey has another level to reach as a player. He confidently followed up by saying that he thinks Maxey will take the next step as a primary producer on the Philadelphia 76ers.

Tyrese Maxey says he’s blessed. As the 21st overall pick of the 2020 NBA draft, the 76ers point guard knew NBA stardom was far from guaranteed. But he was able to learn from veterans on championship-contending teams.