Sixers' Embiid out of hospital after appendectomyHOUSTON, United States — Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was discharged from hospital on Friday (Saturday, Manila time) after an appendectomy, the NBA team said. The Sixers said Embiid's surgery was successful and his recovery will be managed by team doctors in consultation with his surgeon. "A timeline for his return to basketball activities has not yet been determined," the team said in a statement. With Embiid out, the 76ers fell to the Rockets on Thursday. Embiid, the NBA Most Valuable Player in 2023, is averaging 26.9 points and 7.7 rebounds in 38 games this season.

Source: Philippine Star April 11, 2026 02:20 UTC