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From LeBron James to Kawhi Leonard: the front court players most deserving of All-NBA

The selections for All-NBA forwards and centers present an interesting dilemma, as they strictly adhere to a two forward, one center format. In today’s position-less pace-and-space era of the NBA, it seems antiquated to require one center per All-NBA …

Andre Drummond

Andre Drummond says he ‘never had a problem’ with Joel Embiid

Andre Drummond and Joel Embiid have somewhat of a history with each other, but the former insists that there is no legitimate bad blood. During a Bleacher Report AMA session this week, the Cleveland Cavaliers big man received a question asking if him …

Brett Brown

Brett Brown still believes in Horford-Embiid pairing

Brett Brown is not ready to cut his losses on his desired frontcourt pairing. The Philadelphia 76ers coach told reporters on Tuesday that he wants to invest more time in the Al Horford-Joel Embiid duo while Ben Simmons is out, per Tom Moore of The …

Joel Embiid Jeopardy

Video: Jeopardy! contestant completely botched Joel Embiid’s nickname

There are a lot of smart contestants on “Jeopardy!”, but those players don’t know everything. We were reminded of that from an embarrassing fail that took place on Wednesday night’s show. One of the categories for the program …

Joel Embiid 76ers

Joel Embiid reportedly out at least a week with shoulder sprain

Joel Embiid underwent an MRI on Thursday for his shoulder sprain, and the early word on his injury is somewhat positive. Embiid has no significant structural damage. He’ll be monitored for his symptoms and reevaluated in a week, according to …

Joel Embiid leaves 76ers game with shoulder injury

Joel Embiid left Wednesday night’s Philadelphia 76ers game at Cleveland after injuring his shoulder. Embiid was moving towards the low block on a Philly possession late in the first quarter. He collided with Ante Zizic and immediately grabbed …

Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid fined $25K for middle finger, swearing during TV interview

Joel Embiid had his best game of the season on Monday night against Atlanta Hawks, but the big man’s enthusiasm resulted in his wallet taking a hit. The NBA announced on Wednesday that Embiid has been fined $25,000 for an obscene gesture he made …

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Kendrick Perkins criticizes Joel Embiid, ‘frontrunner’ 76ers

Joel Embiid had his best performance of the season on Monday night when he dominated the Atlanta Hawks, but former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins is not impressed with anything he has seen from Embiid or the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid looked like he …

Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid knew media would try to divide him and Ben Simmons

The relationship between Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons has been under the microscope this season, but Embiid insists there is nothing but love between the two Philadelphia 76ers stars. Simmons and Embiid have both had their ups and downs during the …

Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid: Chatter about Ben Simmons issues is ‘BS’

Joel Embiid is tired of the questions about whether he can coexist with Ben Simmons. Embiid and Simmons have struggled to coexist offensively this season, with the Sixers ranking 20th in offensive rating. With both under the microscope, Embiid says …

Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley takes funny shot at Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid

Charles Barkley is having some fun with Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid at the NBA All-Star Game. The relationship between Simmons and Embiid has been scrutinized this season, with growing questions over whether the pair are a good long-term fit …

Joel Embiid 76ers

Joel Embiid embraces ‘villain’ role in Instagram post and Jimmy Butler wants him

Joel Embiid is embracing his villain side, and Jimmy Butler is trying to recruit him. Embiid on Sunday night shushes the Philadelphia 76ers home crowd after making a 3-pointer in the final minute. Embiid appeared to be sick of being booed and told …

Joel Embiid 76ers

Joel Embiid back to embracing heel role again

Joel Embiid is back to embracing his heel role again. Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers appear to be sick of hearing the hatred. After making a 3-pointer in the final minute of Philly’s 118-111 win over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday, Embiid put …

Joel Embiid 24 Kobe jersey

Bobby Jones gave Joel Embiid one condition to wear retired number 24 for Kobe Bryant

Joel Embiid took an extra step to honor Kobe Bryant during the Philadelphia 76ers’ game on Tuesday, but it came with a condition. Jersey No. 24 is already retired by the 76ers to honor Bobby Jones, who played eight seasons for the team from …

Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid aiming to return next week

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is targeting a return next week after over two weeks on the sidelines due to a hand injury. Embiid practiced Friday for the first time since his finger surgery, and made it clear that he wants to play next week. …

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Joel Embiid undergoes successful surgery on hand

As expected, Joel Embiid will be reevaluated in 1-2 weeks after undergoing surgery on his left hand. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Embiid’s surgery on Friday was a success, and he’ll be out for at least a couple more weeks as …

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