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Joel Embiid's Preseason Debut Expectations

Nick Nurse couldn't name a full starting lineup ahead of the preseason finale against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The main objective is to get Joel Embiid through the game healthy. As Nurse stated,

see how he reacts in-game, see how he reacts out of game. But just getting him out there is the main thing and then just see what he looks like
.

Embiid's reaction, both mentally and physically, will be crucial. The Sixers have planned a limited number of minutes for his return to the court, with Nurse noting

it'll be fairly short
.

Author's summary: Embiid's health is the top priority in his preseason debut.

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