Nerlens Noel spoke to the media Thursday and didn't pivot from his stance from back in late September that the Philadelphia 76ers have too many centers on the roster.

"I don't think the roster's changed," Noel told The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Noel is currently working through the rehab regime after having left knee surgery on Oct. 24. There is no timeline when he might be cleared to play, however it is getting closer.

"Right now my body is telling me get back to everyday basketball, and the little kinks and soreness, I'll just pass right through," Noel said. "So now it's just getting in shape, getting my rhythm back and my wind up."

Once Noel does return, 76ers coach Brett Brown will have to play him so he can be "showcased" to the other 29 NBA teams. If Noel can stay healthy until the Feb. 23 trade deadline, there is a good chance he will be dealt this season. According to pro basketball reporter Sam Amico, several teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers, have spoken to the Sixers regarding Noel. Portland could use an interior defender, so Noel might end up being their solution.

Other teams that might have interest in Noel may include Boston, Phoenix, Dallas and New Orleans.

Noel is set to become a restricted free agent on July 1 and will likely receive a few offer sheets from other NBA teams if the Sixers don't trade him this season.

-- Nick Silva