Many fans reacted to the news on social media.

@poobie4202: “Dude just need to retire”

@BiasedPG13fan: “Ngl what are the sixers even playing for at this point? They most likely will end up tanking the season if things keep going like this to get a young asset but it won’t matter cause Embiid won’t be healthy next year either and PGs contract ruins depth options”

@Attari_0101: “Tough break for the Sixers, but it’s better to address this now. Keeping Embiid healthy is crucial for their long-term success. Hopefully, the treatment works, and he’s back stronger in no time.”

@lefamorobe: “This man must just retire. Even a toilet paper sheet is sturdier than his legs….smh”

@HarrisMooreMM: “My mental state needs to be reevaluated this team man smh”

Embiid is averaging 24.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.0 blocks per contest while shooting 45.2% from the field and 32.7% from the three-point range in 13 games.

The 76ers are the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 15-24 record in their first 39 games of the season.

They will visit the Indiana Pacers on Saturday.