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 docs are “pleased with the progress” the franchise’s star has made.
“I believe there’s all the time levels of how this stuff progress,” Nurse stated. “Everybody needs to know ‘Effectively how lengthy is it going to be?” They usually give a variety due to that, as a result of everybody heals in a different way. We’re simply attempting 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 might 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.