Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid reportedly engaged in a physical confrontation with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes following the team’s loss on Saturday. Sources indicate that Embiid, visibly agitated, shoved Hayes during the encounter but did not escalate to throwing a punch.
The incident was first reported by Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer, who shared that Embiid’s frustration may have stemmed from a recent column by Hayes. In the article, Hayes referred to Embiid’s young son as well as his late brother, a topic that has previously been sensitive for the Sixers’ center.
Embiid, a cornerstone of the Sixers franchise, has yet to participate in a game this season, which has added to the tension surrounding both the player and the team as they face early challenges.
The 76ers are now dealing with the fallout from this incident, raising questions about possible disciplinary actions and the impact on Embiid’s standing with the organization.
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