For years, the Philadelphia 76ers have gone as far as Joel Embiid has taken them. It’s not just because the former third overall pick is a seven-time All-Star, five-time All-NBA selection, three-time All-Defensive selection,

The schedule for the 2025-26 NBA season sees five teams in a challenging spot, as they are tied for the most back-to-back games.

The combination of travel, mental fatigue, and a limited recovery time can take a toll.