MILWAUKEE --Even by the standards of NBA big men, Joel Embiid is gargantuan.He stands 7 feet tall, weighs 280 pounds and bulldozes most opponents given the unenviable task of guarding him one-on-one.

One among them who played a crucial role was Brook Lopez. The veteran tallied 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist, but the opponents felt his presence the most on the defensive end. Taking on Joel ...

We shouldn't let recent concerns about his injury woes cloud our memory. Regardless of what happens next with Joel Embiid's career, he has unquestionably been one of the NBA's most prominent ...

With Joel Embiid’s nagging injuries, adding Lopez makes plenty of sense. Outside of the 2021-2022 season, when he underwent back surgery, he’s been available, playing in at least 70 games ...

Feb 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) holds the ball as Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) defends during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum.

Certainly, Joel Embiid’s epic 52-point effort against Boston, ... Brook Lopez, Milwaukee Owner: Tony Ressler, Atlanta. All-Defensive Second Team. PG: Derrick White, Boston ...

NBA fines 76ers $100,000 for misrepresenting statements regarding Joel Embiid’s absence. By Sam Amick and Joe Vardon. Oct. 29, 2024 Updated Nov. 5, 2024.