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First in the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia 76ers have been on fire since the start of the season, and Joel Embiid is shining in the squad. But the pivot is scary, so much his irregularity cost some important meetings for his team last season.
After their victory against Los angeles lakers this Thursday (107-106), the Philadelphia 76ers have once again shown their sparkling form since the start of the season. With 13 games won against 6 lost, the franchise of Philadelphia ranks first in the Eastern Conference, ahead of Milwaukee Bucks from Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Indiana Pacers. The squad appear to have been transformed from last season, and it must be said that the arrivals of Danny Green, Dwight Howard, Seth Curry and Doc Rivers are there for something. But it also allows the strong man to 76ers, Joel Embiid, to shine, as rumors of leaving were going around him last summer. With 27.7 points and 11.1 rebounds on average, the 26-year-old pivot is back to what it was two years ago. But his irregularity is still scary, especially at important moments.
“I’m just worried about its durability when the going gets tough. When you have to be a clutch ”
In an interview with ESPN, relayed by parlons-basket.com, Jay Williams expressed doubts about the possibility that Embolite can stay in shape until the end of the season: ” I don’t believe in Joel Embiid. He’s been having an amazing season and he’s in my MVP race. I’m just worried about its durability when the going gets tough. When you have to be a clutch. I know Doc Rivers is supposed to unlock the potential of Tobias Harris, and he put the winning shot against the Lakers. But there is something that bothers me with this team. »
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