Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers and Paul George
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Even he is surprised by his own ascent back toward the top of the NBA.
Joel Embiid put together a brilliant month of January, but his slow start to the season was too much to overcome.
Sixers center Joel Embiid is playing like an MVP candidate again after missing most after missing most of the 2024-25 season, drawing praise from ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins, who admitted he had written off the star’s career.
The Sixers’ star duo didn’t make the cut for the 2026 All-Star Game. Joel Embiid was not one of the seven Eastern Conference reserves announced Sunday night, meaning Tyrese Maxey is set to be the Sixers’ lone All-Star as things stand. NBA commissioner Adam Silver will choose any injury replacements.
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Kendrick Perkins apologizes to Daryl Morey for doubting the Sixers because of Joel Embiid's health
Embiid starting to dunk the ball and catching alley oops shows that he is healthy again.
The success on the hardwood earned Embiid the max contracts and endorsements. Not the most financially savvy guy, he turned to the founder and CEO of Fanatics, Michael Rubin, who was also a former part-owner of the 76ers. The two had developed a close friendship over time.
Joel Embiid sends a strong message to the 76ers front office as trade deadline rumors swirl around Philadelphia.