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Jonathan Kuminga owns the distinction as Golden State’s best all-around athlete by now, and it’s not particularly close. The more comfortable he gets on the floor, the more frequently the 21-year-old is tapping into his otherworldly physical tools on both sides of the ball. It’s getting scary for opponents. Far more frightening for Warriors foes? […]

So much for Draymond Green’s lack of size dooming him as the Golden State Warriors’ full-time starting center. If Joel Embiid can’t exploit Dubs up front, it’s safe to say their new starting lineup will be just fine in that regard as the season continues. Opening at small-ball five next to Jonathan Kuminga and Andrew […]

The battered and bruised Philadelphia 76ers (29-17) played the Golden State Warriors (20-24) in the second night of a road back-to-back. Joel Embiid returned and looked nothing like himself as the Sixers lost 119-107 for their fourth consecutive defeat, the longest skid of the season. Let’s break down the 76ers’ first matchup of the season […]

With Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid dealing with injuries that have caused him to miss multiple games this season, talk has turned to whether or not he will be able to reach the 65-game minimum threshold in order to qualify for the award. According to Chris Haynes of TNT, Embiid is not considering playing through […]

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid had to leave their Tuesday showdown against the Golden State Warriors once again after another concerning injury. Late in the fourth quarter of the game, Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga accidentally crashed on Embiid’s leg while the Sixers big man was down on the floor after trying to recover the […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have been in the spotlight recently regarding the health of star big man Joel Embiid. Joel Embiid was set to play in the Sixers big game against the Denver Nuggets this past weekend for a star matchup against Nikola Jokic. He was ruled out during warmups due to a knee issue. On […]

Heading into the Philadelphia 76ers’ Tuesday night clash against the Golden State Warriors, it wasn’t clear whether or not Joel Embiid would be healthy enough to suit up. Thus, it was a welcome sight to see Embiid return to the hardwood after two controversy-filled absences this past weekend. Alas, a physical matchup against Draymond Green […]

Joel Embiid has missed the Philadelphia 76ers’ last two games because of a left knee injury and could be in danger of a third straight absence. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Sixers superstar is officially listed as questionable ahead of their clash with Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. The reigning NBA […]

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic now leads in the NBA MVP race, ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Joel Embiid. While Ebiid led at the beginning of the season, he’s fallen down the odds with injury woes plaguing his chances. Jokic is currently the heavy favorite at +115, with Gilgeous-Alexander holding +360 odds, and Embiid carrying […]

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers received criticism for their injury report updates after the star center missed Jan. 27th’s matchup against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. However, the situation gained clarity with a report on the status of Embiid’s knee before the game. Joel Embiid’s plea to play through injury was vetoed by […]

There is one underlying factor that will determine what happens in the race for the NBA MVP award this season: Joel Embiid’s absences. In what was supposed to be another battle between Nikola Jokic and Embiid on Saturday night in Denver, the Philadelphia 76ers star was ruled out 15 minutes before the game began due […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are almost halfway through their current road trip. They’ll play three games in four nights to wrap it up, starting with a matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers. Once again, they will be shorthanded. Joel Embiid (left knee soreness) and Tyrese Maxey (left ankle sprain) have been ruled out for the matchup […]

Joel Embiid cemented himself as one of the best centers in NBA history after becoming the 2023 NBA MVP. The 7-foot elite center has also been the franchise cornerstone for the Sixers as of late, leading the team to consecutive playoff appearances. Given Embiid’s success in the NBA, have you ever wondered how a guy […]

While Denver Nuggets home fans didn’t take too kindly the absence of Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid from Saturday night’s matchup versus the reigning NBA champions, Nikola Jokic had nothing but praises for the Sixers center. During the postgame interview after the 111-105 Nuggets win, Jokic expressed his amazement of Embiid’s body of work […]

The Denver Nuggets took care of business in Saturday’s home game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Nuggets 111-105 victory saw them remain third in the Western Conference. Still, head coach Michael Malone is skeptical of Joel Embiid’s late scratch and believes the NBA will investigate the situation. The Nuggets head coach questions Joel Embiid’s status […]

It’s NBA rivalry week this week with matchups scheduled not only between teams that are rivals, but players as well. One of the most anticipated matchups this week came in the form of the Philadelphia 76ers and the Denver Nuggets. It was a matchup between two perennial MVP candidates in Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid. […]

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid got savage treatment from Denver Nuggets home fans when he came out of the locker room and appeared on the Sixers’ sidelines during Saturday night’s game in Mile High City. Embiid was ruled out shortly before the contest because of a knee issue, robbing fans of a chance to […]

NBA fans were looking forward to Sunday’s matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Denver Nuggets that would provide a one-on-one battle between MVP candidates Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic. Unfortunately, Embiid was a late scratch after reportedly dealing with knee soreness during the 76ers’ pregame warmups. Under new NBA rules, the 76ers star is […]

If Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid and Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic are to meet again in the 2023-24 NBA season, it’s going to be in the NBA Finals, with Embiid leaving fans disappointed, including Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson, disappointed when it was revealed that the reigning league Most Valuable Player would not […]

Games between the Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers are matchups that fans have always circled on their calendars. How could someone not be excited for a game that included a battle between MVPs in Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid? Jokic and the Nuggets were set to face Embiid and the 76ers in Denver on Saturday […]

Many were looking forward to the Philadelphia 76ers matchup against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. However, everything changed last minute when Joel Embiid was ruled out from the contest, meaning he won’t face off against Nikola Jokic yet again. We finally know why Philly decided to sit their superstar center. Embiid was reportedly dealing with […]

Joel Embiid arrived at the arena for the Philadelphia 76ers‘ big matchup against the Denver Nuggets. However, Stephen A. Smith came out of nowhere questioning Embiid’s pregame fit. The 76ers star center wasn’t even wearing anything ludicrous. He was spotted wearing a vest with a long-sleeved shirt underneath. Even so, Smith claimed, “MVPs can dress […]

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is probable to play against the Philadelphia 76ers, after heading to the locker room in the Nuggets’ previous game on Thursday, per the NBA’s injury report. Jokic returned to the game after getting poked in the eye, but he was vocal in explaining the pain he went through. Following the […]

In what should come as no surprise to anyone, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo highlight the list of starters for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game. Both players led the way in the fan vote for their respective conferences. Your 2024 NBA All-Star East starters: ⭐️Giannis Antetokounmpo (captain)⭐️Joel Embiid⭐️Jayson […]

Seemingly everything Snoop Dogg touches turns to gold and now the Hip Hop legend is trying his hand at the basketball sneaker market. Partnering with Sketchers, a newcomer in the basketball sphere, Snoop Dogg will have his own release and custom colorway in the latest installment of their performance line. Check out our Sneakers news […]

The 2024 NBA All-Star Game starters will officially be revealed on Thursday night during TNT NBA Tip-Off. The five players from the Eastern Conference and five players from the Western Conference who will have the honor of starting in the All-Star Game may have already been hinted at in the final fan voting results from […]

Joel Embiid displayed a historical offensive onslaught during the Philadelphia 76ers’ Jan. 22nd matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. Embiid’s 70-point game put fans on high alert. Moreover, Gilbert Arenas explained why he ranks Embiid’s game below Devin Booker and Klay Thompson’s offensive displays. Joel Embiid’s 70-point performance reaches beyond 76ers record books  On March […]

The NBA world is still buzzing after a bonkers Monday night that saw two of the league’s best big men reach incredible scoring feats. Count Los Angeles Lakers legend and Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson among the many who have been left astonished by the performances of Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid and Minnesota […]

The 41-player pool of candidates for USA Basketball’s 2024 Paris Olympics roster has officially been unveiled, with many of basketball’s biggest, brightest, longest-shining stars set to compete for one of 12 final spots. It’s clear LeBron James wants play in France after Team USA’s dispiriting showing at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, even going so […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have a new franchise record for points in a game after their win over the San Antonio Spurs. Joel Embiid unleashed an absolute masterclass that gave the Sixers their sixth consecutive win. The final score read 133-123 after an incredible night of hoops at the Wells Fargo Center. Embiid brought the house […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid exploded on Monday night with 70 points and 18 rebounds in the win over the San Antonio Spurs. Embiid looks like the favorite to win the NBA MVP award, as he is averaging 36.1 PPG with 11.6 rebounds and 5.9 assists on the year. After his 70-point outburst, Embiid increased […]

PHILADELPHIA — The battle between two of the NBA’s most awe-inspiring giants was extremely one-sided but still very much enjoyable. Joel Embiid scored 70 points and led the Philadelphia 76ers to a win over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. Try as the new kid on the block did, the reigning MVP was simply […]

All Danuel House Jr. wanted to do was to try and score for his team, but what he got in return was a shower of boos from Philadelphia 76ers fans during one moment in Monday night’s home game versus the visiting San Antonio Spurs. But that’s perhaps the price to pay for anyone looking to […]

Joel Embiid played like a man possessed Monday night against the San Antonio Spurs at home. Those who were not able to watch the game can still have their mind blown away by just looking at the stats the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player put up against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. Embiid dropped 70 […]

On any other night, San Antonio Spurs Victor Wembanyama – as he so often is – would have been the biggest story. Then again, the San Antonio Spurs’ generational prospect had never gone against Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid. The reigning NBA MVP’s whopping 70 points against the Spurs on Monday are a 76ers franchise […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid had one mission in mind during their Monday night contest against the San Antonio Spurs: dominate. From the get-go, it looked like the Spurs had no answers for the reigning MVP, and Embiid imposed his will for the 76ers, mostly from the midrange and the paint, en route to a […]

The entire NBA world took notice on Monday night of Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid’s 70-point outburst against the San Antonio Spurs. But Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant had a reaction that encapsulated what everyone thought when they heard the news: "He had 70?" Kevin Durant was surprised to find out that Joel Embiid dropped […]

On Monday, Joel Embiid played his best career game so far. In front of a cheering Wells Fargo Center, the Philadelphia 76ers center amassed a total of 70 points. Making 21 out of his 23 free throw attempts and grabbing 18 rebounds as well, Embiid made history in less than 37 minutes of play. What […]

Joel Embiid beat out Wilt Chamberlain to be the sole owner of the Philadelphia 76ers’ single-game scoring title. Every scheme was thrown at him by Gregg Popovich and the San Antonio Spurs, but he was not bothered. Victor Wembanyama guarded him and even tried to outgun the league’s MVP, but it was to no avail. […]