New NBA coaches for 9 teams navigating compressed timeline
Nine NBA teams have new coaches in what might be the most difficult season in NBA history to start such a jobDECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JOEL EMBIID #21 - CENTER - PHILADELPHIA 76ERS
19.8 PPG •
7.5 RPG •
3.5 APG
19.8 PPG
7.5 RPG
3.5 APG
Irving leads rout of Celtics in return to Boston Garden
Kyrie Irving circled the Boston Garden parquet floor performing an apparent spiritual ritual waving a burning substance in his hands before tipoff, then proceeded to torch his form...DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sixers Notebook: Joel Embiid scratched from preseason victory over Indiana New era or old, the Sixers experienced one constant Friday: Joel Embiid was unavailable for a game.
DECEMBER 19, 2020 • DELCOTIMES.COM
Joel Embiid out against Pacers due to non-COVID-19 illness The Sixers will be without their superstar big man on their trip to visit the Indiana Pacers due to an illness.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
While not ideal for a center, the Sixers’ best bet for a bucket at the end of the game is still Joel Embiid | Mailbag With the added shooting, Ben Simmons’ scoring average will probably go down while his assists per game will elevate.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • INQUIRER.COM
East preview: Heat returning champs, but have challengers
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo is the two-time reigning MVPDECEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dwight Howard explains what he, Joel Embiid bring to Sixers defensively Philadelphia 76ers veteran Dwight Howard explains what and Joel Embiid can do as a defensive tandem.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Suns, several NBA teams make bold offseason moves to improve
The Phoenix Suns are among a handful of NBA teams that look to have improved their roster during the offseasonDECEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sixers 3 goals: Joel Embiid has got to be a leader on and off the floor Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid has got to step up in the leadership department.
DECEMBER 17, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Sixers-Celtics best and worst: Joel Embiid was good, but Boston’s Jeff Teague was better Danny Green was supposed to bring defense to the 76ers, and he did just that in Tuesday's game. He had four steals while playing just 12 min...
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • INQUIRER.COM
At first glance, Embiid and Rivers work well together for 76ers If there were any questions about how Joel Embiid would respond to a new coach in charge, the early returns for the 76ers are promising.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • DELCOTIMES.COM
Sixers' first look: Rotation change, big nights for Joel Embiid and Shake Milton The 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 108-99 in their preseason opener behind big performances from Joel Embiid and Shake Milton.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Sixers: At first glance, Embiid and Rivers work well together If there were any questions about how Joel Embiid would respond to a new coach in charge, the early returns for the 76ers are promising.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • DELCOTIMES.COM
Doc Rivers praises Joel Embiid as 'phenomenal' in win over Celtics Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers praises Joel Embiid after the win over the Boston Celtics.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Harden returns to Rockets, scores 12 in preseason debut
James Harden was back in a Houston uniformDECEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Joel Embiid dominates amid solid spacing as Sixers beat Celtics, 108-99, in preseason opener Embiid finished with 18 points on 6-for-14 shooting to go with 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals in 17 minutes.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • INQUIRER.COM
3 observations: Joel Embiid, Sixers cruise past Celtics in preseason Here are three observations as the Philadelphia 76ers knocked off the Boston Celtics in the preseason.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Doc Rivers plans to play Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons heavy in first half vs. Celtics Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers says Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons will play a lot of minutes in the first preseason game.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
From Process to pension, Embiid wants career as 76ers lifer Knocked his entire career for conditioning woes, Joel Embiid dedicated his offseason to a fitness program he vowed would keep him with the 7...
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
From Process to pension, Embiid wants career as 76ers lifer
Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers is set to begin his first season with the team trying to unlock the potential of All-Stars Ben Simmons and Joel EmbiidDECEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Daryl Morey believes Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid can win MVP in 2021 Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey believes that both Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid can win an MVP award.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Sixers looking for Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid pick-and-roll combo to create chaos “When both of them are in pick-and-roll space with three other shooters, it is tough to guard,” Tobias Harris said.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • INQUIRER.COM
Multiple Sixers impressed by Ben Simmons-Joel Embiid duo in practice The Philadelphia 76ers have been very impressed by what Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid have been able to do on offense.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Joel Embiid ready for Sixers' philosophical changes on defense, offense Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid is ready for the philosophical changes on offense and defense.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
