While many have criticized them for how they've handled things, one former player recently came to the team's defense. Among the Sixers big three who has missed the most time is Joel Embiid. Dating back to before the season began,

Joel Embiid and Paul George have been ruled out for the 76ers' matchup against the Wizards on the NBA injury report.

Because of injuries to both players, the two All-Stars have played together in only 12 of the Sixers’ 33 games. On Saturday, Embiid finished with game highs of 28 points and 12 rebounds in just three quarters of action. George, who also sat out the fourth quarter, added 17 points, six assists, and two steals.