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Joel Embiid Unsure About Future With 76ers After Elimination to Knicks: âWhatever Happens, Happensâ
TL;DR
Joel Embiid expressed uncertainty about his future with the Philadelphia 76ers following their playoff elimination by the New York Knicks. He emphasized his love for the city but acknowledged that the team's success remains elusive.
Key points
- Joel Embiid uncertain about future with 76ers
- 76ers eliminated by Knicks in playoffs
- Embiid has lost in second round six times
- Future of the Big 3 remains unclear
- Embiid praises teammates for their efforts
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Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center/forward Joel Embiid (21) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images ©Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
The Sunday night 144-114 exit to the New York Knicks became the sixth instance of Joel Embiid losing in the second round of the playoffs. The search for an NBA Finals appearance for the Philadelphia 76ers continues after a decade with the star Cameroonian center. Last season, they again ran back the Big 3 with Maxey and George. But will they do it next season?
Speaking about his own future, âI love Philly. Iâve been here my whole career. A lot has happened. We havenât won.â The Process remained excited for the offseason, as he is looking to focus on his game rather than spending time rehabbing. âGoing into the summer, having a chance to be more prepared with everything bodywise, and you know my game.â Embiid also praised his teammates for stepping up in the regular and postseason. But it ended with a question mark as the future remains unclear.
âTyrese is going to be better, and heâs taking a step every single year. PG that we saw the last couple of weeks. know, he still got it. And then everybody else. I donât know whoâs going to be here. I donât even know if Iâm going to be here, but you know, whatever happens happens.â Even is unsure about his and the Big 3âs return next year. Last season, they played just 15 games together, and yet the franchise trusted them for one more go. Against the odds, they beat the in Round 1 but had no answer for the Knicks in Round 2.
Q&A
What did Joel Embiid say about his future with the 76ers?
Joel Embiid stated he is unsure about his future with the 76ers, saying, 'I donât even know if Iâm going to be here, but you know, whatever happens happens.'
How many times has Joel Embiid lost in the second round of the playoffs?
Joel Embiid has lost in the second round of the playoffs six times during his career.
What are the Philadelphia 76ers' plans for next season after their playoff exit?
The future plans for the Philadelphia 76ers remain unclear, particularly regarding the Big 3 and whether they will return next season.
How did the 76ers perform in the playoffs against the Knicks?
The 76ers were eliminated by the Knicks with a score of 144-114 in the second round of the playoffs.
