76ers' Joel Embiid talks painful oblique injury after return vs. Bulls

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia 76ers welcomed Joel Embiid back to the lineup on Wednesday night for the first time since Feb. 26 as the big fella has been battling a right oblique strain. He missed 13 straight games with the injury, but one wouldn't know it in a 157-137 win over the Chicago Bulls .

Embiid was terrific as he scored 35 points on 12-for-17 shooting, knocked down all three of his 3-point attempts, and shot 8-for-9 from the foul line. He also dished out seven assists and grabbed six rebounds in 28 minutes of playing time. He was great in a number of areas throughout the night as he made it look easy against the Bulls.

With that being said, one has to wonder how he's feeling. It's been the first time he's played real basketball in nearly a month. "I feel good enough," Embiid said after the win.

"We are at the point where I just need to get in a rhythm, get in shape to get ready. " There were some moments where it looked as if Embiid was wincing a bit after some plays, but he was still able to finish the game and have a terrific night. However, he did discuss the injury as he revealed he was in a lot of pain regarding the oblique.