Kyle Lowry
January 2026
Lowry received a standing ovation in a brief late appearance that could be his last game in Toronto, where he won the 2019 title. Fans chanted for him in the fourth quarter; Nurse inserted him for the final two minutes, and Lowry reiterated his intention to retire as a Raptor on a one-day contract.
Joel Embiid
December 2025
Joel Embiid came back to the Sixers lineup against Atlanta, logging 18 points in 30 minutes after right knee soreness kept him out for nine games, but his return was not enough as Philadelphia lost 142-134 in a draining double-overtime battle. Cleared after a pregame workout, Embiid joined Paul George and Tyrese Maxey in the starting five for the first time this season, continuing a career marked by elite production and repeated injuries soon after signing a three-year, $193 million extension that begins next season.
Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers)
April 2025
After finishing 24–58, 76ers president Daryl Morey confirmed both he and coach Nick Nurse will return next season. The front office plans a roster overhaul built around a younger, more dynamic core to support Embiid, Maxey, and George.
Key stars missed most of the season due to injuries, playing just 15 games together. With Embiid recovering from knee surgery and a top-five draft pick likely secured, Philly will focus on health, depth, and youth in their rebuild efforts.
