The Philadelphia 76ers enjoyed a breakout 2017-18 season, finishing with a 52-30 record to secure the third seed in the Eastern Conference and their first playoff appearance in six years. Led by the dynamic duo of All-Star Joel Embiid and Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons, the team ended the regular season on a historic 16-game winning streak. Their successful campaign was further highlighted by a dominant 4-1 first-round series victory over the Miami Heat, marking a triumphant return to postseason relevance. The 2023 NBA MVP and a seven-time All-Star, Joel Embiid is a dominant center for the Philadelphia 76ers who has earned two scoring titles and five All-NBA selections while establishing himself as one of the most prolific scorers in league history.