Embiid says 76ers offense congested
The gist
76ers center Joel Embiid said the offense "everything feels crowded" after a 119-95 loss in Cleveland.
He is now third option behind Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown.
How it unfolded
- Nov 2, 2026Embiid played 25 minutes on a minutes restriction in the 76ers' game against the Bulls at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
- Nov 3, 2026After a 127-106 win over the Bulls, Embiid said adjusting to no longer being the focal point of the offense is "a little bit of an adjustment."
- Nov 6, 2026The 76ers lost 119-95 in Cleveland, their first road loss of the season, ending a five-game winning streak and dropping them to 1-1 in NBA Cup Group Play; Embiid scored six points on 0-for-9 shooting in 25 minutes.
Key terms
- NBA Cup Group Play
- An annual NBA tournament held during the regular season, split into group stage and knockout rounds.
- plantar fascia
- Thick connective tissue supporting the arch on the bottom of the foot.
Source: Wikipedia