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Tyrese Maxey scores 38 as 76ers beat Hornets 109-104 without LeBron James, Joel Embiid • Oct. 31, 2026, 8:55 PM ET (Toronto Star)
LeBron James is in Philly and that's a good thing. The 76ers title hopes still ride on Joel Embiid • Oct. 26, 2026, 1:37 PM ET (AP)
James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106 • Oct. 22, 2026, 10:07 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Joel Hans Embiid
Born March 16, 1994 (age 32) • Yaoundé • Cameroon
Awards And Honors Most Valuable Player

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