No one knew it was going to be like this,” Embiid said. “After the surgery, I didn’t have enough time. I came back for the playoffs. And then after the Olympics, then right back to the regular

But that hasn't been the only challenge for Embiid, who has missed significant time because of a sprained left foot, suspension and load management.

Joel Embiid (left knee injury management) is questionable for the Sixers' road contest against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday afternoon, according to the team's initial injury report for the game released on Saturday evening.