Joel Embiid, the former NBA MVP, has found himself at the center of controversy due to his absence from the Philadelphia 76ers‘ early season games. The star center has faced criticism from fans, media, and ex NBA stars alike regarding his commitment to the team.
Embiid recently addressed the backlash in a press conference, he defended his dedication to the team. He expressed frustration with the speculation surrounding his injury and insisted that he’s done everything possible to return to the court.
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“I’ve done way too much for this city, putting myself at risk for people to be saying that,” Embiid stated emphatically. “I’ve broken my face twice, I came back early with the risk of losing vision.”
As the 76ers await Embiid’s return, the team’s performance has been impacted by his absence. Fans eagerly anticipate his return to the court and hope that he can lead the team to a deep playoff run.
Joel Embiid’s contract extension
Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid signed a three-year, $193 million extension early this year, solidifying his long-term future with the franchise. The deal, which includes a player option for the 2028-29 season, this supposedly will remain him in the 76ers for years to come.
“I want to be here the rest of my career,” Embiid expressed his commitment to the city of Philadelphia. “There is a lot more work to do. You guys deserve a championship and I think we’re just getting started.”
Embiid’s past years individual success, including an MVP award and a dominant performance at the Paris Olympics, has solidified his status as one of the NBA’s elite players. With this extension, the 76ers have made a significant investment in their franchise player and are poised to contend for championships in the years to come.
