Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid reveals his plans for the All-Star break as he looks to get himself ready for the stretch run.

The 76ers’ record at this stage of the season is a long way away from last year’s mark. Through 53 games a season ago, they were 32-21 and in fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. Fast forward to Wednesday and the Sixers take a 20-33 record and 11th-place standing into their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center.

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Brooklyn Nets in their final game before the All-Star break. Joel Embiid played Tuesday in the Sixers' loss to the Toronto Raptors but will not suit up for Wednesday's tilt in Brooklyn.

With superstar Joel Embiid continuing to pick games, Boston Celtics Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce agreed that it might be in the best interest of both player and team for Embiid to end his season now.

With Embiid thinking surgery, the Sixers might as well prioritize next season and boost their draft odds in the process.

Joel Embiid and Paul George’s injuries derailed the Sixers’ season before it even started. The handling of those injuries only adds to the misery.

Without Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey available, the Sixers were paced by 30 points apiece from Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes. George made one of his seven shots on the night.

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