EMBIID’S INJURY LEADS TO OUTRAGE
The Philadelphia 76ers’ star player, Joel Embiid, is set to miss several games due to an injured lateral meniscus in his left knee. This comes after facing criticism for previous absences due to various injuries. However, some believe that Embiid was forced to return to the court due to negative press surrounding his missed games. One notable critic is LeBron James, who took to Twitter to express his frustration with the media and others.
James called out media outlets, TV personalities, and hot takes that previously criticized Embiid for missing games despite being aware of his ongoing health issues. The NBA superstar questioned why these individuals were now silent in the face of Embiid’s injury. James and others argue that multiple factors contributed to Embiid’s return and subsequent serious injury.
One source of discontent is the NBA’s new rule, which stipulates that players must participate in at least 65 games to be eligible for end-of-season awards. Many fans and players are unhappy with this requirement. Additionally, analysts and writers who questioned Embiid’s commitment and the number of games he missed this season have also faced backlash.
Despite external pressure and his own desire to help his team climb the Eastern Conference rankings, Embiid’s return resulted in further harm. James emphasizes the need for respect towards the reigning MVP and emphasizes the importance of allowing him the necessary time off to recover.
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