### Embiid and George Provide Updates on Injury Status Amid NBA Season Preparations

In the latest health update from the Philadelphia 76ers, key players Joel Embiid and Paul George discussed their current conditions and participation levels. Joel Embiid addressed reporters for the first time in almost a month and confirmed his absence from Saturday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Similarly, Paul George will be sidelined for the same match, as announced by the team.

During their respective updates, both players shared that they have been practicing fully, including engaging in 5-on-5 scrimmages. Embiid emphasized the fluidity of his recovery, choosing not to set a specific return date. "It's unpredictable - you can have good days, you can have bad days," he explained. He highlighted the unpredictability of the recovery process and mentioned that assuming a fixed return date would be premature.

Embiid clarified that while he did not experience a setback during the Olympics, the transition to preparing for an 82-game NBA season, with the potential of playing 30-40 minutes per night, demands a different level of conditioning compared to the significantly lighter load of playing ten minutes a night for Team USA. This adjustment period contributed to the uncertainty of his availability for the season opener last week.

Paul George, meanwhile, centered his update on the positive progress of his left knee. His focus remains on building up his cardio and conditioning. George confirmed that he will be traveling with the team for the upcoming West Coast road trip, a journey that includes a notable homecoming game against the LA Clippers on Wednesday. This fixture is nestled between games against the Phoenix Suns on Monday and the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday.

As George looks forward to potentially making his season debut at the Intuit Dome, he reinforced the importance of patience in his recovery, urging fans to "trust the process."

The updates from Embiid and George offer a glimpse into their commitment to readiness and the cautious approach they are taking to ensure long-term health and performance throughout the demanding NBA season.