Joel Embiid has officially announced that he is signing a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers. The one-time NBA MVP will ink a three-year, $193 million maximum extension, solidifying his commitment to the franchise that drafted him.
This new deal includes a player option for the 2028-2029 season, giving Embiid flexibility in his long-term career decisions.
Embiid, a cornerstone of the 76ers, has become one of the league’s most dominant big men, and this extension ensures that the Sixers will continue to build their championship aspirations around their star center.
JUST IN: Joel Embiid says he is signing a contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers. The one-time NBA MVP will sign a three-year, $193 million maximum extension with the 76ers, with a player option in 2028-2029, sources tell @TheAthletic. pic.twitter.com/BzA0mUO8yc
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