WWE Fan Joel Embiid Finds New Way To Dodge NBA’s $35,000 Punishment After Cooking OKC Thunder

Tuesday night saw Joel Embiid‘s return to the action after 9 weeks. Coming right off from a meniscus injury, the center made the Philadelphia 76ers a winning lot right away. While it might take him some games to reclaim his MVP caliber, the center posted 24 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals in his comeback. Moreover, he sank 4 late-game free throws to help the 76ers surpass the blazing Oklahoma City Thunder.

After the game, Embiid made sure to send a bold message across the league. Highlighting his love for WWE, the center displayed his newfound celebration route. With media personnel swarmed around him, Joel Embiid donned a WrestleMania T-Shirt, with “SUCK IT” scripted all over it; probably a sentiment that most Philly fans relate to at the moment.

Embiid’s passive yet hilarious tactic comes purely from his love for the Wrestling show. Throughout the years, Embiid has managed to display his love for Triple H through on-court celebrations, and social media. However, in the past, the center has faced the prickly thorns of roses. In a November game this season, Joel Embiid resorted to Triple H’s iconic celebration after hitting a transition layup, forcing the league to hand him a $35,000 fine.

While fans love every sight of it (mostly the ones rooting for Philly), the renowned wrestler has also appreciated the fandom. Moreover, he even offered to pay up Embiid’s fine, ensuring that nothing succumbs to Embiid’s passion to rock a random tribute. Hilariously, he even asked the league if they could mandate a bigger fine, one covering Joel’s celebration throughout the season. Regardless, from what it looks like, the Centre was never too concerned about the penalty.

Joel Embiid is invited to WrestleMania 40

After Embiid’s $35,000 fine, the entertainment wrestling organization deciphered a grand plan to boost marketing. The WWE’s chief content officer proposed that Joel Embiid should mark his appearance at the WrestleMania 40. The event is aligned on the first weekend of April, that too in Embiid’s home, Philadelphia.

Embiid brings a pure fan-like energy to the arena, highlighted by his regular instances of getting in trouble because of the iconic celebration. Last season, Embiid was fined $25,000 for the same.

Moreover, in 2021, Embiid surprised the fans before a 76ers game. The Center entered the arena with arms held high while Triple H followed the big man. The two then peaked the cheers as they deployed a co-celebration before immediately walking off the court.

Before today, there was speculation that Embiid, due to his injury, might not appear for the global event. However, as he dons a WrestleMania T-shirt, not only are fans expecting his presence, but a possible engagement within the entertainment.

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