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Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) The NBA is looking into how the Philadelphia 76ers are handling star player Joel Embiid ’s return, according to a report. Embiid is missing the team's first three games, including their season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. The league's new player participation rules may be part of the investigation . These rules, introduced last year, require teams to manage star players’ playing time carefully. Teams are expected to: - Have no more than one star player sit out a game. - Make star players available for nationally televised games. - Balance rest days for players between home and away games. - Avoid long-term rest periods that could affect the competition. Teams breaking these rules face fines starting at $100,000 and increasing with each violation. Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) Exceptions are made for injuries, personal reasons, or limits on playing back-to-back games. Embiid, 30, has been recovering from knee surgery and told reporters he...

Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) Joel Embiid , star player for the Philadelphia 76ers, has faced issues due to injuries, but it's not just his team's success that's been affected.  A new NBA rule requiring players to play at least 65 games to qualify for major awards, like MVP, has hurt Embiid's chances for recognition. Retired NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas believes this rule has unfairly impacted Embiid's career. On his podcast, Arenas said that Embiid often outperforms Nikola Jokic , another top center in the league. "He lost his MVP because of a rule. He's probably the best player in the league, and he and Jokic are fighting for the top spot," Arenas said. Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) Last season, Embiid averaged 34.7 points per game and shot 52.9%, but he only played 58 games. Some fans argue that playing 65 games shouldn't be too hard for a 30-year-old. Arenas, however, feels  Embiid's performance in fewer games is still MVP-worthy. The rule...

Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) A video from Paris has fans worried about the chemistry of the USA men's basketball team. In the clip, Joel Embiid is seen giving LeBron James and Kevin Durant a dirty look. This has raised concerns, as Team USA is only three wins away from a gold medal at the 2024 Olympic Games. TikTok creator Sergio Donte shared the video, saying, "Y'all gotta peep Embiid's energy. You ain't gotta be full of disgust. It's Bron, bro." He also noted how Embiid side-eyed KD, asking, "What's wrong Embiid?" Photo: Joel Embiid (Instagram) Comments on the TikTok video speculated about why Embiid looked upset. Some thought he was frustrated with his playing time, while others joked that maybe "his knees just hurt" or he wasn't invited to hang out with the American table tennis team.  Another theory suggested he was annoyed by his teammates' relaxed behavior on their day off. Stephen Curry , another veteran on the ...

Photo: LeBron James (Instagram) LeBron James , star of the Los Angeles Lakers, helped Team USA win against Puerto Rico at the Paris Olympics on Saturday. The victory gave Team USA a perfect 3-0 record.  James scored 10 points, had eight assists, and grabbed six rebounds. So far in the 2024 Paris Olympics, James is averaging 14.3 points, 7.3 assists, and 6.7 rebounds per game.  He was ranked as the top player for the MVP award by FIBA after the first two games, and this win will likely keep him at the top. This summer, James is playing in his fourth Olympics.  Photo: LeBron James (Instagram) He is one of the most successful basketball players in Olympic history and ranks near the top in many Team USA stats. On Saturday, he made history by moving into fourth place for career assists at the Olympics. With 22 assists in the first three games, James leads Team USA in this category. He also ranks fourth in assists per game at the Paris Olympics and is in the top 20 for both poi...

Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant Kevin Durant emphasized the importance of teamwork after Team USA's 103-86 victory over South Sudan, securing a 2-0 record in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Durant praised Joel Embiid and Jayson Tatum for accepting their bench roles without complaint. Coach Steve Kerr adjusted the lineup to better match South Sudan's style, with Anthony Davis starting and Bam Adebayo excelling off the bench, leading the team with 18 points. Photo: Instagram/Kevin Durant Joel Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP, didn't play, a strategic decision Kerr explained was based on matchups. Durant, LeBron James , and other players all contributed to the win, showcasing Team USA's depth. USA Basketball's Kevin Durant on the DNP-CDs for Jayson Tatum & Joel Embiid: "Last game, we had a champion and an all-NBA guy not play any minutes, and tonight we had an MVP not play any minutes. They didn’t complain. We had guys who stepped up and filled those roles perfectly....

Photo: Instagram/Steve Kerr Team USA's coach, Steve Kerr , explained why stars like Joel Embiid and Jayson Tatum didn’t play in some Olympic games. Kerr's choices showed the team’s depth. In their 103-86 win over South Sudan, Embiid didn't play. Earlier, in a 110-84 win over Serbia, Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton sat out. Kerr called this roster an "embarrassment of riches." The team has many stars, including champions and Hall of Famers. Kerr's strategy changes based on the opponent. Against Serbia, he wanted all three centers, including Embiid, to counter Nikola Jokic . Against South Sudan, he chose quicker players to match their speed. Kerr doesn't focus on social media commentary about lineup choices. His goal is simple: win the gold medal. Kevin Durant supported Kerr, saying the team’s talent allows for flexibility. Embiid and Jrue Holiday will return to the starting lineup against Puerto Rico in their final group game. Photo: Instagram/Steve Kerr T...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Team USA won their second men's basketball game of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Wednesday, beating South Sudan 103–86. Jayson Tatum started for the first time in this Olympics, replacing Joel Embiid in the lineup. Embiid, a star player for the Philadelphia 76ers, did not play at all in the game. After the game, USA coach Steve Kerr explained why Embiid sat out. Kerr said the lineup used was better suited for South Sudan's speed. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Kerr mentioned that Embiid will be back in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Puerto Rico. In the first game against Serbia, Embiid started but played only 11 minutes, scoring four points and getting three fouls. Those were his only minutes so far in Paris, but that will change on Saturday. Steve Kerr said he Joel Embiid received DNP-CD against South Sudan because USA wanted to better match up with their team speed. - Kerr will start LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Devin Booker, Jr...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Joel Embiid has achieved a lot in his NBA career. Considering he only started playing basketball at 15, his success is remarkable. However, injuries have plagued him throughout his career. He missed his first two NBA seasons due to injury and has been sidelined for 204 games—nearly three full seasons. In discussions about the greatest of all time (GOAT), Embiid's name often comes up. Recently, he told the New York Times that he believes he could be in those conversations if not for his injuries. "I think so. I think I’m that talented," Embiid said. He emphasized the importance of winning championships, which requires support from teammates. Embiid has faced numerous "freak injuries" during crucial moments, particularly in the playoffs. Despite these setbacks, his accomplishments are impressive. At 30, Embiid has won an MVP award, been a runner-up twice, and is the most efficient point scorer in league history. He has also been named...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid The upcoming 2024 Olympic basketball tournament in Paris is already making headlines, with one of the most controversial stories involving Joel Embiid .  The Philadelphia 76ers star, originally from Cameroon, had been considering playing for France due to his fluency in French and some family connections. However, he eventually chose to represent Team USA. While some in France were disappointed with Embiid's decision, former French Olympian Frederic Weis took his feelings to the extreme. Known for the infamous "Le dunk de la mort" from the 2000 Olympics, where Vince Carter dunked over him, Weis recently voiced strong opinions about Embiid on a French radio show. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Weis criticized Embiid for gaining French citizenship, calling it unfair and scandalous. He even suggested banning Embiid from entering France for the Olympics, saying, "You are Cameronian, you are American, you are not French, go away." The contr...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid In a tough start to the playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers faced a setback against the New York Knicks, falling 111-104 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Despite the loss, the Sixers received a boost when Joel Embiid returned to the court after appearing to reinjure his left knee. After a strong dunk in the second quarter, Embiid seemed to hurt his knee but decided to play on. He finished the game with 29 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, showing his determination to help the team. Teammate Tyrese Maxey praised Embiid's grit, saying, “Hats off to him, his determination and his will to win.” Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid However, Embiid's efforts weren't enough to overcome the Knicks' strong performance, particularly in the second quarter where they outscored the 76ers 33-12. Coach Nick Nurse commented on the risky play that led to Embiid's injury, saying, “I just think that was the play that happened. He had an angle, ...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid   The NBA slapped the Philadelphia 76ers with a hefty fine following their handling of Joel Embiid 's return to the court after a lengthy absence.  Embiid, a star center, made a comeback after missing 29 games, but the Sixers' reporting of his status drew the league's ire. Before Tuesday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Sixers initially ruled Embiid out due to injury. However, just hours before the game, they upgraded him to questionable on the injury report, violating NBA regulations. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid   According to league rules, teams must declare a player's status by 5 p.m. local time the day before a game, unless it's part of a back-to-back schedule. Despite the violation, Embiid played in the game and scored 24 points. Consequently, the NBA levied a $100,000 fine on the franchise for non-compliance with the injury reporting protocol. This isn't the first time the Sixers have faced penalties relat...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid The Philadelphia 76ers may face repercussions after the handling of Joel Embiid 's injury reporting prior to their matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Embiid, the All-Star center, made his highly anticipated return to the court on Tuesday night against the Thunder after being sidelined since late January.  However, the events leading up to his return have caught the attention of the NBA. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Reports suggest that the league is "expected" to launch an investigation into how the Sixers managed the reporting of Embiid's injury situation. Despite initial indications that Embiid would sit out, the Sixers listed him as questionable just hours before tip-off, eventually clearing him to play.  The NBA is expected to investigate how Sixers handled injury reporting on Embiid, per @JaredSGreenberg . He was listed out all day until 5:49pm ET, then upgraded to available just over an hour later. Sixers were fined $75K in ...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Philadelphia 76ers' star center Joel Embiid returned to the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing 29 games due to a meniscus injury sustained on January 30. Embiid's return, which surpassed even the most optimistic projections, comes as a significant boost for the Sixers, who struggled in his absence, going 11-18 and dropping from third to eighth in the Eastern Conference standings. The reigning Kia NBA MVP , averaging an impressive 35.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game this season, underwent surgery on February 6 following his injury against the Golden State Warriors. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Despite the setback, the Sixers remained hopeful about Embiid's return, with coach Nick Nurse expressing confidence last week that Embiid would be back before the playoffs. With Embiid back in action, Philadelphia aims to secure a spot in the playoffs and make a deep postseason run, with aspiration...

Photo: Instagram/Tyrese Maxey In the face of roster turmoil, Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers is not only embracing but thriving in his expanded role.   As the last star standing amidst player departures, Maxey sees both curse and blessing, with each setback revealing his development as a key player for the team. Maxey, now 23, holds the reins for the Sixers, tasked with salvaging the season in Joel Embiid 's absence. Despite the urgency to pump the brakes on their recent slide in the Eastern Conference standings, Maxey exudes confidence, stating, "I feel like I'm made for this." Photo: Instagram/Tyrese Maxey From a rookie seldom in play to a supporting cast member and now the team's first option, Maxey's journey has been a rapid acceleration. His high-energy game, scoring ability, improved passing, and satisfactory defense have garnered praise, with coach Nick Nurse acknowledging his talent and potential. The unforeseen exits of Ben Simmons and James ...

Photo: Instagram/Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic ascends to the top position on the Kia MVP Ladder in a pivotal turn of events as Joel Embiid faces a precarious situation with a left lateral meniscus injury. Embiid's bid for a repeat MVP title hangs in the balance, with the new NBA collective bargaining agreement adding pressure, mandating a minimum of 65 games played for award eligibility. Reigning MVP Joel Embiid's recent absence from Philadelphia's lineup, coupled with his injury setback, raises concerns about his ability to meet the participation requirements. With 14 missed games and expectations of more, Embiid finds himself four games away from disqualification. Photo: Instagram/Nikola Jokic Noteworthy is Embiid's remarkable field-goal percentage of 53.3%, placing him on track to join the elite company of Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan , averaging 35 points or more on 50% or better from the field for a season. Warriors forward Draymond Green weighed in on Embii...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid   The NBA has recently announced fines for violations of the league's injury reporting rules on the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Orleans Pelicans. The Sixers face a $75,000 penalty, while the Pelicans were fined $25,000. The disciplinary action stems from Joel Embiid 's abrupt absence due to left knee soreness in a nationally televised game against the Denver Nuggets.  Despite appearing uninjured on the initial report, Embiid's sudden exclusion raised eyebrows, prompting the league to intervene. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid   New Orleans encountered a similar situation with Trey Murphy, who was not listed on the injury report for a game against the Milwaukee Bucks despite concerns about his playing conditions after knee surgery. Embiid's knee issues, persistent throughout the season, were allegedly downplayed by the Sixers, leading to the heightened fine. The NBA clarified that Embiid's injury was an existing one, sparing the team from...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid Joel Embiid , in a monumental display of dominance, surpassed Wilt Chamberlain's longstanding Philadelphia 76ers record with an awe-inspiring 70-point night, firmly asserting his presence in the NBA record books. The reigning MVP showcased his prowess against the San Antonio Spurs, leading the 76ers to a 133-123 victory. Embiid's historic feat unfolded on a night that saw another star, Karl-Anthony Towns, score 62 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves.  This rare occurrence marked only the fourth time in NBA history that two players scored 60-plus points on the same day, the first since 1978. The 76ers All-Star left no room for doubt, dominating the paint throughout the game. Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid   Whether facing off against rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama or enduring double- and triple-teams, Embiid's "bully ball" style proved unstoppable.  His 70-point masterpiece came on 24-of-41 shooting from the field, including a rema...

Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid On Tuesday, Joel Embiid showcased his brilliance against Nikola Jokic in a highly anticipated MVP showdown, securing a 126-121 victory for the 76ers. Despite Jokic's stellar 25-point, 19-rebound effort, Embiid stole the spotlight with a remarkable 41-point, 10-assist, seven-rebound masterclass, marking his eighth 40-point game this season. Embiid's exceptional fourth-quarter performance included a personal 10-0 run, sealing the win for the 76ers.  Despite the victory, Embiid, having the best season of his career, humbly deferred to Jokic, whispering post-game that Jokic is the "best player in the league." Photo: Instagram/Joel Embiid "I just told him he's the best player in the league," Embiid revealed in his postgame interview. "He won a championship, that's the best team in the league. He's the Finals MVP. Keep doing your thing, that's why you're the best in the league." The MVP race between Embi...