Allen turned the corner against 76ers center Joel Embiid and managed to get into the paint. As Allen got to the lane, Matthews’ defender Tobias Harris tried to reach in and strip the ball away ...

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 ...

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.

With Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis stretching the floor, ... For the first time in his career, Joel Embiid’s defense is doing more harm than help ...

There are three NBA games tonight, beginning with the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Charlotte Hornets. How will Joel Embiid perform in that game? Later, Brook Lopez will look to have another ...

Feb 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum.

Brook Lopez isn’t often one to flail, but Joel Embiid just gave him a shoulder and Lopez drew a call from the officials. Embiid was not happy about it. – 2:54 PM Adam Aaronson @ SixersAdam ...

Shams Charania: The NBA has officially started its investigation into the 76ers regarding player participation of Joel Embiid, ... on his approach attacking Brook Lopez at the rim, and more.