NBAOct 9
Embiid Rejects Report Linking James to Practice Dispute
Philadelphia center addresses unfounded claims and reviews his preseason outing in loss to Brooklyn
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Report Dismissed as False
Embiid emphasized the need for the team to ignore distractions and concentrate on its own goals rather than external noise that could create division.
Preseason Debut Shows Room for Growth
Embiid made his preseason debut in a 114-108 loss, finishing with 8 points on 1-for-5 shooting along with three rebounds and three assists. He also recorded eight turnovers over 24 minutes on the floor. The center acknowledged that early games often require time to find rhythm and stressed the importance of better ball security moving forward.
Team Unity Stressed Amid Scrutiny
Embiid pointed out that he has faced similar rumors before and views himself as an easy target because of his profile. He urged teammates to stay focused on their identity and collective objectives to avoid being pulled apart by outside stories.
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