Joel Embiid

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Joel Embiid: The Sixers' Savior or Scapegoat?

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Find out if Joel Embiid can lead the Sixers to victory or if he's facing criticism for their playoff struggles. #NBA #JoelEmbiid #Sixers

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers are in the spotlight as they face a challenging playoff series against the New York Knicks. Despite a valiant effort in Game 2, the Sixers find themselves in a daunting 0-2 hole. Joel Embiid, the reigning MVP, remains determined, guaranteeing a series win over the Knicks and displaying an impressive double-double performance in a recent game.

However, not all attention on Embiid is positive. Critics, including NBA legend Charles Barkley, have called out Embiid for his body language and leadership skills, questioning his ability to carry the team to victory. Despite the setbacks, Embiid's confidence shines through as he vows to overcome the deficit and lead the Sixers to success.

In the midst of the drama and pressure, Joel Embiid stands at a crossroads, with the Sixers' season hanging in the balance. Can he rise to the occasion and deliver a series-saving performance, or will the Sixers succumb to the challenges ahead? Only time will tell as the NBA playoffs unfold the fate of Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Joel Embiid is right. The Sixers got screwed. But are they really the ... (The Philadelphia Inquirer)

They fought. Give them that. Give them all of it. Were the Sixers better in Game 2? Are they better overall? Even if they are, do they really have the ...

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Can Joel Embiid Still Save the Sixers' Season? (The Ringer)

Philadelphia was 27 seconds away from squaring its series with New York; now it faces a dreaded 0-2 hole. But Game 2 provided at least one reason to believe ...

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Sixers' Joel Embiid guarantees playoff series win over Knicks ... (UPI.com)

Reigning MVP Joel Embiid buried his head in his hand before guaranteeing that his Philadelphia 76ers will overcome an 0-2 series deficit and beat the New ...

76ers' Joel Embiid: Records double-double in 39 minutes (CBSSports.com)

Embiid totaled 34 points (12-29 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 8-12 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one block over 39 minutes during Monday's 104-101 loss to the Knicks in ...

Charles Barkley Calls Out Joel Embiid for Body Language After ... (Sports Illustrated)

The TNT analyst didn't like the way the Sixers star carried himself after Game 2's loss to the Knicks.

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Joel Embiid sounds off with 76ers in 0-2 hole vs. Knicks: 'We're ... (CBS sports.com)

The NBA's reigning MVP powered through pain to put up 34 points in a dramatic loss.

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NBA: We are going to win this playoff series- Joel Embiid (Citi Sports Online)

After the Philadelphia 76ers let a precious road playoff victory slip through their fingers in the most dramatic of fashions in Game 2 of their first-round ...

Charles Barkley rips Joel Embiid's leadership, poor body language ... (New York Post)

Ex-76er and TNT analyst Charles Barkley was not thrilled with Joel Embiid's lack of leadership after the Game 2 loss to the Knicks.

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"That's totally unacceptable; to lose a game like this" - Joel Embiid ... (Basketball Network)

Despite going down 0-2, Joel Embiid is certain the Philadelphia 76ers would make it past the New York Knicks.

What the heck is going on with Sixers' Joel Embiid's eye? (Liberty Ballers)

Is Philadelphia 76ers' star center Joel Embiid dealing with an eye injury? By Erin Grugan Apr 23, 2024, 4:07pm EDT.

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Joel Embiid: 76ers' G2 Loss to Knicks Was 'Worse' Than Iconic ... (Bleacher Report)

Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid is no stranger to heartbreaking losses, but he believes Monday's loss to the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their…

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What Happened to Joel Embiid's Eye? Why He's Hiding Them (Distractify)

While fans have been focused on Joel's eyes and why he wears sunglasses, he has been nursing a knee injury that has limited his playing time.

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