The 76ers might be the hottest team in the NBA right now, and it's because they've found a new formula that doesn't need the former MVP.

Following the Philadelphia 76ers’ Monday night victory over the Orlando Magic, Joel Embiid was posted at his locker, focused on the World Series matchup between

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid discusses his minutes limit in their road win over the Washington Wizards.

Looking slimmer and quicker, Joel Embiid starred in his return, scoring 14 points, seven rebounds and eight assists in 19 minutes of playing time. The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves to conclude their preseason. A return to remember for Joel Embiid tonight 🔔 14 PTS | 7 REB | 8 AST | 3 STL | 18 MIN pic.twitter.com/AgnSIryKGn

The 76ers beat the Wizards, 139-134, in overtime on Tuesday night. Tyrese Maxey had 39 points and 10 rebounds while rookie V.J. Edgecomb had a relatively quiet 14 points, six rebounds and four assists.

The 76ers star returned to the court for the first time in nearly eight months after having arthroscopic surgery.

Joel Embiid played in his first game since February. Embiid took a chance to call out a controversial article that was recently written. The Philadelphia 76ers finally welcomed Joel Embiid back to the lineup on Friday night for the first time in nearly eight months.