The Philadelphia 76ers face off against the Chicago Bulls tonight in a matchup that carries significant weight for the Sixers’ postseason aspirations. While the game may not seem pivotal on the surface, it’s a crucial opportunity for the Sixers to close the gap in the standings. Currently sitting 2.5 games behind the Bulls for a play-in spot, a win tonight could be a turning point as the season progresses.

Adding to the intrigue, the Sixers have been without their superstar, Joel Embiid, for the past seven games. Despite his absence, there’s a sense of optimism that things may finally start to shift in their favor.

Joel Embiid has been cleared to play and is in tonight’s starting five. It is a huge boost for Philly as this season he has been 19.8 points and 7.5 rebounds which by his standards is a downgrade but they will take that over nothing. The Sixers faithful have gone through a frenzy hearing the news of The Process’ comeback, one fan expressed his emotions as, “YESSS EMBIID, we are so back” as he finally believes a turnaround could be on the cards tonight as the game progresses.

The Sixers have recently improved their performances winning three of their last four games and could make that four if they manage to defeat the Bulls. Let’s see how the fans reacted upon hearing Embiid’s name is not on the injury list once again, but in the starting five as the Sixers battle it out with the Bulls as we speak.

“ITS A MIRACLE” Sixers faithful cannot control their emotions after seeing Joel Embiid in the starting lineup

After a long absence from the court Philly’s big man Joel Embiid is back! And he is the talk of the town at the moment as everyone has something to say as he is out there playing at the United Center in Chicago. One fan commented, “The line up I’ve been waiting to see all season.” showing his excitement as Embiid was named to be starting alongside Tyrese Maxey and Paul George marking a rare occasion when the Philly Big 3 are on the court together.

On the other hand, one follower was just happy to see Embiid back and took the help of a hilarious GIF as he wrote, “He’s back!!!” the fans just seem to love Embiid’s presence on the court and want to share a laugh with fellow Sixers fans.

Well, it isn’t all sunny as a few were not too optimistic about The Process’ return as he wrote, “I expect a slop fest. Players trying to adjust back to playing with Embiid while he tries to get his legs under him.” He stated that Philadelphia will lack chemistry on the court as they are not accustomed to playing together frequently and Embiid could be a bit rusty.

At the same time, several fans were scared about today’s result one stated, “Don’t embarrass the team and lose.” He expressed his concerns about losing despite having all the big names in the lineup. Well, if the Sixers are to lose tonight it definitely will get torched by not only the fans but by the experts as well.

Some fans wanted Sixers rookie Jared McCain who has arguably been the best rookie this season and has put in some great performances one fan mentioned starting him could create a Big 4 instead of their existing Big 3, “Bro start Jared and we literally have a big 4” Well given McCain’s performances it not wrong, what do you think?

Overall, the Sixers fans seem to be pretty excited seeing Embiid play after a long time, and that too! Alongside Maxey and George completing the Big 3. A win tonight would certainly give them a boost which is much needed after their rough start to the season.