Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid's performance against the Indiana Pacers serves as a reminder that he can still put up big numbers.

A younger Embiid would've been motivated by the legend of dominating in return from a three-month basketball hiatus. This Embiid finds value in rhythm, in stacking days.

Joel Embiid inched closer to a return to his All-Star form with a 39-point night in a win, and 76ers star Tyrese Maxey loved it.

Joel Embiid scored 39 points to lead Philadelphia and the Pacers fell apart down the stretch in a 115-105 loss.

Now 31 and again attempting to work his way back to health, Philadelphia's superstar center is learning what he's still capable of.

As has been the case for basically every game for the Sixers this season, Joel Embiid’s availability is in question heading into the contest. Embiid has appeared in just nine games so far this season after undergoing a knee procedure over the offseason. The good news for Sixers fans is that Embiid should be good to go against Indiana.