Joel Embiid Launches Scathing Attack on Ben Simmons in Rare Display of Anger

The trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers sent shock waves throughout the NBA. This trade has the potential to change the entire dynamic in the NBA. Especially the Eastern Conference. Both Ben Simmons and James Harden are great players who can potentially contribute a lot to their new teams. Joel Embiid recently broke his silence on the issue of Ben Simmons. Ben Simmons had refused to play for the Sixers since the start of this season.

The Sixers got eliminated from the playoffs last season, and it was Ben Simmons who caught much of the blame. He was called out by his teammates and coaching staff.

Simmons did not like or appreciate the criticism. He made it clear he wanted to be traded out of Sixers as soon as possible. He cut off all contact from the team and refused to play. However, his team did try to reach out to him first and showed him support to fight through his mental battles.

Embiid revealed that he had not spoken to Simmons since a few weeks before the trade deadline. There was no goodbye between them when he left the Sixers. The two were a good pair and a friendship among them.

Embiid recently revealed his true emotions in an interview. The Process said, “I did a lot of chasing around trying to get him back and try to make him feel comfortable again. It was tough. I didn’t care anymore.” It can be tiring for a person to keep chasing someone else when there is no response from their side. That is exactly what Embiid felt.

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Joel Embiid’s dominating season

Joel Embiid has been one of the most dominating players this season. Moreover, he is the most dominating big man in the league right now. He has improved his game so much that he can now play outside the paint too. Embiid has really improved his playmaking, ball handling, and shooting.

Embiid has showcased his exceptional scoring ability in almost each and every game this season. He is the major reason the Sixers are winning. He has been carrying the entire team on his shoulders. His presence is not just on the offensive end, he is a total beast when it comes to defending the paint.

The recent trade of Harden to the Sixers is a very positive move for Embiid. Embiid will get a seasoned shooting guard who can move the ball well. Moreover, Harden can also score by himself.

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