There is optimism that 76ers center Joel Embiid will return to play on Saturday vs. the Timberwolves following a three-week absence because of a reported positive COVID-19 test, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Embiid reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 8, amid an outbreak of the virus on the team. Veteran forward Tobias Harris, Isaiah Joe and Matisse Thybulle had all been placed in the league's health and safety protocol prior to Embiid's reported positive test.
It is unknown if Embiid is vaccinated. But coach Doc Rivers did confirm earlier this week that Embiid had returned to the facility to re-engage in workouts.