Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball Player |
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| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| Date of Birth | 16/03/1994 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Birthplace | Yaoundé, Cameroon |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Joel Embiid
07/10/2026
Embiid spoke candidly about his mindset as the 76ers entered the 2026-27 season with a reshaped roster that includes LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. He acknowledged the team may face growing pains on its way toward championship contention. Preseason play has been managed carefully, with rest days built into his schedule.
05/10/2026
Embiid said he would stop dunking after a scrimmage jam, while reporting indicated he had largely recovered from right hip and right ankle injuries that affected him late in the 2025-26 season. He has shown strong form in team scrimmages, but he remains intent on being cautious this season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Joel Hans Embiid |
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| Nickname | The Process |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m) |
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| Weight | 280 lbs (127 kg) |
| Position | Center |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | University of Kansas (1 year) |
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Personal Life
| Debut | NBA: 2016 (Philadelphia 76ers) |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married (2023) |
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| Spouse | Anne de Paula |
Family
| Children | 1 (born 2020) |
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Career
| NBA Draft | 2014: 3rd overall by Philadelphia 76ers |
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| Teams | Philadelphia 76ers (2016-present) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Originally intended to pursue professional volleyball in Europe | |
| 2. Missed first two NBA seasons due to injuries including knee surgeries | |
| 3. Became a U.S. citizen and represented USA at 2024 Olympics | |
| 4. Led The Rock Lions to a state championship in high school |
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