​The fate of the 2026-27 Philadelphia 76ers will likely fall onto the shoulders of Joel Embiid. While there’s no shortage of shot-creators in Philly between Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, V.J. Edgecombe and LeBron James, Embiid is the inside presence holding it all together.Embiid, 32, appears to be making changes to his body to stay healthy with his role now under the microscope. In pictures posted to social media, the 2022-23 NBA MVP looked as slim and athletic as ever while working out in Sixers gear. LeBron clearly approves, as he reposted one image on Instagram with the caption, “Trust The Process!”Almost That Time!!!! pic.twitter.com/NpekhuSbqA— Joel Embiid (@JoelEmbiid) August 5, 2026James signed with Philly last month after considering the Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors and Miami Heat. It continued one of the best offseasons in team history, which started with landing 2025-26 MVP candidate Jaylen Brown from the rival Boston Celtics.For it all to culminate in a Larry O’Brien Trophy, though, Embiid must stay healthy. And that certainly hasn’t been a guarantee recently. Embiid hasn’t played 40+ games since his MVP season in 2022-23, and he appeared to wear down over Philly’s playoff run last postseason. Perhaps this body transformation is exactly what Embiid needs to stay on the court, and if so, the rest of the NBA should be on high alert.This article originally appeared on For The Win: Joel Embiid’s offseason body transformation has caught LeBron James’ attention