The 2024-25 season concluded with the Philadelphia 76ers finishing a disappointing 24-58, marking their first missed playoff appearance since 2016-17. A wave of injuries and a staggering 53 starting lineups contributed to this downturn. Joel Embiid, the 2023 MVP, struggled significantly, appearing in only 19 games due to a lingering knee injury, which also included a suspension. He managed a notable triple-double against the Mavericks but was unable to replicate his usual dominance, ending the season with a D-plus grade.