Joel Embiid’s work ethic is being scrutinised since he’s develop into teammates with one of many hardest working NBA gamers to ever grace the court docket.
The truth that LeBron has been capable of play 23 (going into 24) NBA seasons is not any accident – he treats his physique like a temple and works like a canine within the offseason and through the basketball season to ensure he can play as many video games as potential for his group.
Heck, he hasn’t missed a playoff sport in his ENTIRE CAREER. Madness.
Nevertheless, Embiid is on the opposite finish of the spectrum.
The Ringer’s Max Kellerman just lately claimed Embiid wasn’t among the many hardest employees on Crew USA in 2024, and he puzzled if that may be an issue heading into this season significantly.
Jeff Teague mentioned this additional.
“Saying he ain’t one of many hardest-working superstars, however I believe everyone knows that,” Teague mentioned on Membership 520. “I imply, you’ll be able to inform by his well being. He’s in all probability not essentially the most devoted particular person to the craft… Kevin Durant in all probability one of many extra devoted gamers to basketball. See how recovered from his damage and nonetheless be taking part in on the excessive degree.
“Joel Embiid is simply one of the gifted gamers ever, however perhaps he don’t have the identical work ethic. I believe he work arduous. I understand how arduous it’s to be actually good at basketball for him to be on the prime at one cut-off date to be the MVP of the league.
“I do know he put in work, however to be round all these greats and never being the toughest employee don’t imply you don’t work arduous. You simply don’t work as arduous as LeBron [James].”
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