Despite being without Joel Embiid, who is dealing with swelling in his left knee, the 76ers managed to end a five-game losing streak against the Nets behind another outstanding performance from self-proclaimed "rookie of the year" Jared McCain.

Fast forward a few months and the team is mired in a 2-12 start that's featured major injury problems and both internal and external drama.  Most recently, star big man Joel Embiid, who was suspended for three games after an altercation with a reporter in the locker room earlier this month,

Embiid missed the 76ers NBA Cup win Friday night against Brooklyn due to “managing swelling in his left knee,” the team announced. He also will not play Sunday against the Clippers, and further updates on his status are expected early next week.