According to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, there’s optimism that Philadelphia 76ers star big man Joel Embiid will return for Game 3 of the second-round playoff series on Friday evening vs. the Miami Heat.
He has been fitted for a mask and will need to feel comfortable before the green light. One of the NBA’s great play-through-pain efforts recently. The Miami Heat currently have a 2-0 lead in the series.