Nick Nurse has not been shy about the reality facing the 76ers. That they are, in their coach’s words, “digging ourselves out of a pretty big hole.” That’s life coming off a shocking 24-58 season, when sky-high hopes quickly descended into a dreadful,

Joel Embiid and Paul George fully participated in 76ers practice under Nick Nurse, a good sign for the upcoming NBA season.

The nine-time All-Star has been unavailable for Nick Nurse to use in the preseason as he continues to recover from a procedure in the Summer that was done to his left knee. This was the reason behind George’s first season in the City of Brotherly Love coming to an abrupt end, as the veteran received injections in his legs in early March.

Coming back from knee surgery in July, George "looked good" in a full practice, coach Nick Nurse said. "He was really moving.”

Adam Aaronson: Nick Nurse says Paul George still needs to get his conditioning back up, but he’s “really pushing himself” to get in the best shape possible. Said his defensive acumen has really stood out.