The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann breaks down Joel Embiid’s basketball journey, from his time playing in a Basketball Without Borders camp to becoming one of the best centers in the NBA. He takes a look at how Embiid’s game has evolved throughout his career with the Philadelphia 76ers, whether or not he and Ben Simmons can win a title together, and how he compares to other great international big men like Hakeem Olajuwon and Tim Duncan.
How Joel Embiid Developed Into an MVP Candidate
J. Kyle Mann breaks down Joel Embiid’s basketball journey, from his time playing in Basketball Without Borders to becoming one of the best centers in the NBA
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J. Kyle Mann
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