Former NBA standout DeMarcus Cousins has weighed in on Joel Embiid’s physical condition, advocating for the reigning MVP to shed some pounds to prevent further injuries. Cousins emphasized the toll that carrying excess weight can take on a player’s body, especially considering the demanding nature of the NBA season. “He’s gotta come down in weight….
TNT analyst Charles Barkley was not impressed with the way Joel Embiid conducted himself after the Sixers’ brutal 104-101 loss to the Knicks on Monday. The Sixers star finished with 34 points, ten rebounds, and six assists, but still dropped Game 2 at Madison Square Garden. Embiid was unable to hide his frustration and disappointment…
The Sixers were leading Game 2 of the Eastern Conference’s first-round playoff series against the Knicks, but eventually collapsed late in the contest. Their rivals ended up winning the game 104-101 on Monday night, and Joel Embiid couldn’t hide his disappointment as his team let victory escape from their finger tips. The reigning MVP believes…
The Philadelphia 76ers trail the New York Knicks 0-2 in their first round series after losing two close games at Madison Square Garden, but Joel Embiid remains optimistic his team can win four out of the next five games. “We’re good,” Embiid said. “We’re going to win this series. “We are going to win this….
Former Knicks draft pick Frederic Weis has harshly criticized Joel Embiid for choosing to play for Team USA instead of France in the Olympics. Weis, known for being dunked on by Vince Carter in the 2000 Olympics, expressed his disdain for Embiid on his French radio show, calling him a “dirty guy” and accusing him…
The NBA has seen a surge in injuries over the past few weeks, affecting key players across various teams. Let’s check in on the status of some of these injured players. GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO Giannis Antetokounmpo, the star player for the Bucks, has been sidelined since April 9th with a calf strain injury. Despite his absence,…
Photo: Philadelphia 76ers/Twitter Joel Embiid experienced a left knee injury scare during the Philadelphia 76ers’ Game 1 loss to the New York Knicks. After an awkward landing post-dunk, Embiid briefly left the game before halftime, holding his left knee. While he did return to play in the second half without significant issues, concerns remain about…
Photo: USA Basketball/X> Fred Weis, the former Olympic silver medalist famously dunked over by Vince Carter, has criticized Joel Embiid for ignoring France. Weis condemned Embiid, labeling him both a talented player and a disrespectful figure. He accused Embiid of lacking regard for France and those who aspire for French citizenship, suggesting Embiid obtained it…
Photo: USA Basketball/X Philadelphia 76ers’ center and reigning NBA MVP, Joel Embiid, is getting ready for his first international appearance this summer as he has been handed his Team USA jersey. Despite his birthplace being in Cameroon, Embiid has decided to compete for the United States at the highly awaited 2024 Paris Olympic Games. In…
There is a narrative surrounding Joel Embiid that suggests he may be avoiding certain matchups, especially against Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic on his home court. The current MVP played against Denver in Philly on January 16 of this year. However, he missed the game on January 27 in Denver against the Nuggets. Adding to…
