Joel Embiid Reacts to 'Successful' Season After Knicks Sweep 76ers
Summary
The Philadelphia 76ers were swept by the New York Knicks in the second round of the NBA playoffs. Despite the loss, Joel Embiid said he saw the season as successful because he overcame injury doubts and continued to play well.Key Facts
- The Knicks beat the 76ers in four straight games in the second round of the NBA playoffs.
- The Knicks led decisively in Game 4, with a 43-24 first quarter and an 81-57 halftime score.
- Joel Embiid scored 24 points, had 5 rebounds, and 4 assists in 28 minutes during Game 4.
- Embiid returned this season after having an appendectomy and recovering from knee injury issues.
- Embiid played 38 games this season, averaging 26.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game.
- The 76ers had a 45-37 regular season record and qualified as the No. 7 seed after winning play-in games.
- Embiid said he loves Philadelphia but acknowledged the Knicks were better in the playoffs.
- The 76ers have young talent like V.J. Edgecombe and opportunities to improve their roster in the offseason.
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