Joel Embiid, the towering center for the Philadelphia 76ers, has long been the face of the franchise. However, his face has been all too often seen on the bench in street clothes due to injury. Last season, he only managed to appear in 39 games, and since being drafted in 2014, he has struggled to stay healthy with a maximum of 68 games played in a season.
Recently, there has been some controversy surrounding Embiid’s decision to participate in the Olympics for Team USA. Former NBA champion Rasheed Wallace, who now hosts his own podcast called Sheed & Tyler, believes that the 76ers should have advised Embiid to sit out of the Paris Olympics.
Wallace argued that winning an NBA championship should take precedence over pursuing an Olympic gold medal. While opinions on this matter may differ, it is clear that the 76ers’ main goal is to see Embiid lead them to a championship victory. Unfortunately, injuries have often derailed their postseason aspirations, as Embiid has struggled to be at full strength when it matters most.
Despite his injury woes, there is no denying Embiid’s talent on the court. He is a dominant force who can score both inside and outside, while also being a significant presence on defense. Over the course of his career, he has even improved his passing skills, making him an all-around threat on the floor.
As the 76ers look ahead to the upcoming season, they will undoubtedly be hoping that Embiid can finally stay healthy and lead them to playoff success. Only time will tell if he can fulfill his potential and bring a championship to Philadelphia.
