Nick Nurse gave an replace on Joel Embiid forward of the Philadelphia 76ers victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. Nurse was constructive and upbeat about Embiid’s restoration, saying medical doctors are “proud of the progress” the franchise’s star has made.
“I believe there’s at all times phases of how this stuff progress,” Nurse stated. “Everybody needs to know ‘Properly how lengthy is it going to be?” They usually give a variety due to that, as a result of everybody heals otherwise. We’re simply making an attempt to take it because it comes, get him wholesome and get him again when he is able to go.”
When requested if he believes Embiid will likely be able to go earlier than the playoffs, Nurse was constructive, however cautious in his response.
“I am nonetheless hoping so and fairly assured, sure,” Nurse stated.