Joel Embiid: LeBron's Move Vindicates Olympic Choice
Embiid says criticism over playing in the Paris Olympics faded once LeBron James joined him in Philadelphia, reuniting the gold-medal duo at the 76ers.
Joel Embiid said LeBron James's decision to sign with the 76ers has vindicated his choice to play for the United States at last year's Olympics in Paris, where the two won gold together.
"I know a lot of people were angry about me playing at the Olympics. But it paid off when the Goat joined. Besides the gold, we also got him. My circle knows that winning is what matters most to me. I'll do everything for that. It was great in the national team. It all comes down to having the right group around you. He's one of the best, with the highest basketball IQ, we see the game the same way. It'll be great to step on the court with all our guys. Not to mention Jaylen Brown. All those battles with Boston over the years. If there's one thing to take from those meetings, it's his competitive streak. There aren't many guys in the league who perform at a high level on both ends of the floor. There was a good example from Game 7 last season. Nobody could stop me. And he knew that, but he kept trying anyway," Embiid said.
James left the Los Angeles Lakers to join Philadelphia, reuniting with Embiid after their run to Olympic gold with Team USA. Embiid, 31, has been troubled by injuries in recent seasons and played only 19 games for the 76ers last year.
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