Joel Embiid had an excellent start to the season. Author of good performances, the interior of the Philadelphia Sixers even asserts itself as a serious candidate in the race for the title of MVP. And for his debut at the head of this team, the coach Doc Rivers Logically shows himself seduced by the qualities of Cameroonian.
On the sidelines of the defeat against the Brooklyn Nets (109-122) last night, the Sixers coach did not hesitate to praise his star. Thus, the former boss of the Los Angeles Clippers even dared to compare him to two legends of the NBA.
“Kevin Garnett was playing at post 4. And I played with Patrick Ewing. I think if we put the two together, we would definitely end up with Joel. Because he clearly has a bit of both in him,” said Doc Rivers in front of the media.
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A mix of Kevin Garnett and of Patrick Ewing. Just that. If Joel Embiid has immense potential, the pivot of Philadelphia will have to achieve a very great career to live up to such a comparison.
In any case, this release clearly demonstrates Doc Rivers’ total confidence in his player franchise. And for the moment, the formula is working well among the 76ers, at the head of the NBA. To be confirmed over the coming weeks.
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