Joel Embiid has missed all but four games this season, largely because of “left knee injury management.” While the Sixers originally tried to play that off as part of The Plan to keep him healthy throughout the regular season, it’s become increasingly clear that Embiid is more injured than they’re letting on.

George, who has been out for more than a week with his second left knee bone bruise since Oct. 14, was a full participant in Friday’s practice, the team said.

That is because the Sixers haven't been whole for many games to begin the season. Saturday's contest with the Detroit Pistons will be their 18th game of the season and the intende