Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images Sixers big man Joel Embiid When he’s healthy, there’s a very real case that Joel Embiid is the best player in the world. He’s a two-time scoring champ and won MVP in 2023. The Philadelphia 76ers were quick to make him the franchise centerpiece, and with seven All-Star nods under his belt, it’s safe to say he’s earned the title. However, injuries have piled up. It’s unclear just how long he will be out, and fans are unsure if he will ever be a productive player