Joel Embiid, Brooklyn Nets and 76ers

Joel Embiid was benched for the entire fourth quarter with the game on the line. Can the former MVP get right?
The Sixers are in a free fall, and Joel Embiid isn't going to be able to save them — especially if he's not on the court.
76ers' Nick Nurse Explains Why He Benched Joel Embiid For Fourth Quarter vs. Nets
76ers coach Nick Nurse attributed the decision to keep Embiid on the bench for the final quarter so that they wouldn't disrupt the the team's rhythm. “That group was just playing so well together and had good feel for the game at that point, and just wanted to let them roll with it," Nurse told reporters.
Joel Embiid’s 4th Quarter Absence in 76ers-Nets Matchup Explained
As the Philadelphia 76ers attempted to put together a second-half comeback against the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night, they leaned heavily on four players in t
Joel Embiid benched for entire 4th quarter in 76ers' loss to Nets at the buzzer
Joel Embiid got benched and the 76ers got beat at the horn. A season full of championship hopes has turned into a debacle for the 76ers. The latest blight came against Brooklyn on Saturday night when they lost their seventh straight game,
76ers' Joel Embiid admits he's struggling with knee injury, must 'fix the problem' to get back to old form
Part of the team's struggles stem from the lack of availability from former MVP Joel Embiid, who has played just 18 of the 55 games this season. Embiid had meniscus surgery on his left knee last February and returned to the court in April, but he missed the first nine games of this season due to management of the same knee.
3 Joel Embiid successors the 76ers need to reluctantly start thinking about
The process in Philadelphia began over a decade ago when they selected Joel Embiid with the third overall pick in the 2014 draft. He would eventually win an MVP
Joel Embiid benched as 76ers' lose seventh straight game
A season full of championship hopes in Philadelphia has turned into a debacle for the 76ers, and the latest blight came Saturday in a defeat to Brooklyn, their seventh straight loss, and, one that saw two-time NBA scoring champion Joe Embiid get benched.
76ers' Joel Embiid: Another poor showing Saturday
It was a poor showing by Embiid, who struggled for the second consecutive game after scoring just 15 points in Thursday's loss to Boston. Although the superstar big man has been productive with averages of 22.
Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid acknowledges loss of dominance, needs to fix knee
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he is not as dominant as he once was and needs to fix his injured left knee in order to regain peak form.
‘It Sucks’ — Joel Embiid Confirms Major Problem With Knee Injury After Another Setback for 76ers
Joel Embiid has had a wonderful career. With many accolades under his belt, including the NBA MVP award and scoring champion title, he’s made a legacy for being one of the best big men of his era. Unfortunately,
Video: Joel Embiid 'Not Himself' amid Injury, 76ers' Losing Streak, Says Nick Nurse
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Why Joel Embiid should be shut down by Sixers for remainder of NBA season
It's time for Philadelphia to prioritize getting Joel Embiid healthy, adding an asset this summer and coming back stronger ...
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Paul George Drops A Stunning Two-Word Response When Asked About 76ers Teammate Joel Embiid’s Injury Struggles
The 76ers superstar Paul George has an interesting suggestion when he was asked for a word to Joel Embiid amid his injury ...
Joel Embiid sat out fourth quarter against Brooklyn due to coach’s decision
Nick Nurse on not playing Joel Embiid in the fourth: “That group was just playing so well together and had good feel for the ...
Joel Embiid embraces sad reality as 76ers flounder: ‘I’m not as dominant’
Forward Justin Edwards was added to the injury report with a left ankle sprain heading into Thursday’s game — joining Kyle ...
Sixers' Joel Embiid 'not as dominant' due to ailing left knee
Sixers center Joel Embiid, who has been hampered by a left knee injury this season, admitted Thursday that "the way I was ...
Joel Embiid Made Blunt Admission About Recent Play After Blowout Loss to Celtics
And it led to a brutally honest admission from the team's biggest superstar about his recent quality of play. "I'm not as ...
Joel Embiid sends it back where it came from and Kelly Oubre Jr. slams it on the other end
Joel Embiid sends it back where it came from and Kelly Oubre Jr. slams it on the other end. Joel Embiid sends it back where it came from and Kelly Oubre Jr. slams it on the other ...