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Joel Embiid hints if he will be ready to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympics

Joel Embiid hints if he will be ready to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympics

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Joel Embiid finally spoke about his status within the American team ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers
© Andy Lyons/Getty ImagesJoel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid had another disappointing season NBA with the Philadelphia 76ers. As has been the case throughout his career, the star once again had to battle injuries.

Embiid was out for more than two months with a knee problem, and in the first round of the playoffs against New York Knicks, he was never 100 percent. This was a key factor in losing the series, even with heroic performances.

As a result, there is much uncertainty about its status for the Paris 2024 Olympics in which he should be part of a spectacular list with names like LeBron JamesKevin Durant and Stephen Curry.

During an interview with ABC, Joel Embiid clarified his situation. “I’m doing it well. I’m just preparing for the Olympics. It’s going to be big for me because I’ve dreamed of it since I was a kid.

LeBron James to lead Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics (Getty Images)

Which NBA players will go to the 2024 Paris Olympics?

The list of Team USA for the Paris 2024 Olympics is one of the best in history. Knowing that several veterans are facing their last chance to win another medal, practically all the stars will play in France.

LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors), Kevin Durant (Phoenix Suns), Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers)Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns), Anthony Davis (Los Angeles Lakers), Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat), Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers), Jrue Holiday (Boston Celtics), Kawhi Leonard (Los Angeles Clippers) and Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics).

Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a sports writer and analyst at Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, college football, soccer, tennis and golf. With over 15 years of experience, he has been a broadcaster, commentator and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, FIFA Confederations Cup , the World Baseball Classic and the Pan American Games. , PGA Tour and ATP Tour. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.