Analysis: Joel Embiid, like Charles Barkley, might need to leave the 76ers
This time, Embiid said that he expected more from Harden, Simmons’s replacement. Only a few months afterfollowing the midseason trade, Embiid expressed something akin to buyer’s remorse.
The five-time all-star center remains stuck in the past because he’s still waiting for his next chapter, the one that was supposed to elevate him alongside the all-time greats. Remember, O’Neal reached the Finals at 23 and won his first title at 28. The NBA revolved around O’Neal in a way that it has never revolved around Embiid, despite his talents and charisma.
Thirty years later, the parallels to Embiid’s situation are obvious. Harden told reporters Thursday that he plans to remain in Philadelphia next season, and the two stars’ salaries will limit the team’s cap flexibility and roster depth. The 76ers have a creative lead executive in Daryl Morey and a keeper in young guard Tyrese Maxey, but little else in the way of trade assets or prospects.
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