Joel Embiid, the cornerstone of the Philadelphia 76ers since being drafted in 2014, has had an impressive individual career, winning his first MVP title.
However, the team’s performance in the playoffs hasn’t matched their regular-season success, never advancing past the second round with Embiid leading the charge.
Off-court controversies, including Ben Simmons’ trade demand and James Harden trying to force his way out of Philadelphia, have further clouded the Sixers’ future.
According to NBA insider Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports, there’s a growing belief within the league that Embiid could request a trade sooner rather than later. It’s speculated that Sixers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey may be subtly favoring a full-scale rebuild.
While Embiid has publicly expressed commitment to the team, the cumulative impact of the 76ers’ postseason disappointments and ongoing turmoil might be taking a toll on the star center. Many around the league believe that his patience could wear thin, potentially leading to a significant shakeup in Philadelphia’s roster.
