Already doubtful to begin the season with agroin strain, 76ers forwardNerlens Noel has elected to undergosurgery on his ailing left knee,the Friday.Noel reportedsorene s in his left knee Jay Bruce Jersey while rehabbing his groin and was diagnosed withinflamed plica in his knee. The surgery is considered minorand will occur within the coming days. He is without a timetable for return.WithJahlil Okafor (knee) on a minutes cap to begin the season,Richaun Nolan Ryan Jersey Holmes could see additional minutes for the Sixers alongsideJoel Embiid (foot), who is expected to weaned into his first full season.MORE: Noel and the Sixers have untilOctober 31 to work out a Asdrubal Cabrera Jersey deal that will keep him from becoming a restricted free agent after thisseason. With the76ers' abundance of big menand recent involving Noel,it appears unlikely the Kentucky product will remain in Philly long term. Noel averaged11.1 points and 8.1 rebounds per game New York Mets Jersey last season.The Sixers also announced backup guardJerryd Bayle swill be re-evaluated in two weeks after electing anon- Adrian Gonzalez Jersey surgical option to addre s asore left wrist.Philadelphia looks to improve from their 10-72 record from 2015-16 when the team opens up the new season Wednesday against theOklahoma City Thunder.