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Joel Embiid was seen putting the 3-ball in during Sunday's pre-game routine ahead of NBA playoffs Game 4 against the Boston Celtics. The Philadelphia 76ers star has been out since April 9 after an emergency appendectomy.

The video of Embiid doing shooting warmups is an encouraging update for the Sixers as they hope to tie the series at home.

Status alert: Joel Embiid (appendectomy recovery) going through pregame warmup routine Sunday.pic.twitter.com/PUID3ODzW0

Just hours before the game, the 76ers upgraded Embiid's status from doubtful to questionable, meaning there's a possibility that the center might finally return for Game 4 action.