The Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has recently announced that he is signing a contract extension with the team. According to Shams Charania of The Athletics, the one-time NBA MVP will renew his contract for three years. Moreover, he has a $193 million maximum extension with the 76ers, with a player option in 2028-2029.
Amid the contract renewal news, the Cameroonian-American basketball player recently took to Instagram to express his excitement about continuing to play for the Philadelphia 76ers. The 30-year-old shared several pictures with his family, including two of them having him playing with his 4-year-old son, Arthur.
“Philadelphia is home. I want to be here for the rest of my career.I love this community and everything you’ve given me and my family. There is a lot more work to do. You guys deserve a championship and I think we’re just getting started! #Trust the process.” Embiid wrote in his latest post on Instagram.
Philadelphia fans were pleased with Embiid’s caption and showered their love in the comment section. One fan wrote, “MY GOAT IS HERE TO STAY.” Meanwhile, another fan wrote a long text that read, “Embiid, you winning a chip would bring me to more tears than anything else on the planet could.”
A Philadelphia 76ers fan who had a special request for Embiid wrote, “I love you so much… bring us home a championship big fella.”
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Meanwhile, another fan got excited and wrote that after winning the MVP and a gold medal, Embiid should clinch the NBA championship next season: “MVP, Gold Medal, NBA Championship is Next!”
Joel Embiid’s Performance In The 2023-24 NBA Season
Embiid delivered several outstanding performances during the last NBA season, including a career-high 50 points, eight rebounds, and four assists against the New York Knicks on April 25, 2024.
During a crucial moment for the team, Embiid was diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy, a neurological disorder that causes temporary facial paralysis or weakness on one side of the face. In addition, the 76ers star also experienced migraines and blurred vision. These setbacks contributed to the 76ers’ loss in the first round of the playoffs against the Knicks.
According to StatMuse, Embiid averaged 34.7 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 39 games during the 2023-24 season. With the new NBA season approaching, there are high expectations for the 76ers following the recent signing of Paul George in the offseason. Fans are eager to see if the duo of Embiid and George can lead the team to a championship this time.
