Joel Embiid Calls Out ‘Unnecessary’ Play From Knicks in 76ers’ Loss
Summary
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers lost Game 1 against the New York Knicks in the NBA playoffs. Embiid criticized a physical play by Knicks player Mikal Bridges that hit his surgery area, calling it unnecessary.Key Facts
- The 76ers beat the Celtics in Game 7 to advance to the second round against the Knicks.
- The Knicks took a big lead early in Game 1 and won by a large margin, 137-98.
- Embiid had surgery recently and was hit in the midsection during the game.
- Embiid was unsure if the play was against the rules, but said it was not needed.
- The Knicks appeared more rested because they finished their first round in six games, while the 76ers had a shorter rest after Game 7.
- Embiid scored 14 points, had 4 rebounds, and 1 assist in 25 minutes.
- The 76ers need Embiid healthy to have a chance to win the series.
- The next game (Game 2) could be more physical and intense between these teams.
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