In other words, a slow ramp-up was always expected for the superstar. Especially in light of comments he made around training camp, when Embiid bluntly told reporters he did not expect to play two back-to-back games for the rest of his career. However, it seems the seven-footer may have been hasty with that declaration.

Joel Embiid nails a 3-pointer from the top of the key and waves his arms to the 76ers crowd during the third quarter.

Philadelphia City Council has final say on whether a Sixers arena in Center City will become a reality. There's a lot of uncertainty among councilmembers over whether the $1.3 billion project will help or hurt the city.

Tuesday marked another big step in making a Philadelphia 76ers arena in Center City a reality.Philadelphia City Council held its first of several scheduled public hearings over the Sixers' proposal to build 76 Place at Market East.

What you should knowPhiladelphia City Council is holding its second day of hearings on plans to build a 76ers arena in Center City. Wednesday's hearing will feature testimony from the Sixers.On Tuesday,