What choker?! Embiid redeemed himself against Serbia
Embiid was crucial for Team USA’s success, stepping up in the fourth quarter of the Olympic semifinal against Serbia
He was just waiting for the right moment to silence the critics, and he did it against Nikola Jokic, the player he perhaps most dreamed of defeating in an Olympic semifinal.
Finally, Joel Embiid shook off the reputation of being a choker. In Team USA’s toughest moments, he was always there: 7 important points in the fourth quarter and crucial defensive plays against Jokic and even Serbia’s guards (who were later taken down by LeBron James and Steph Curry). Far from giving up.
The boos that followed him until now gradually faded as his plays increased. It was also Embiid’s night: he scored in the clutch, danced, celebrated, and provoked, making Team USA’s historic comeback even more captivating.
Joel was phenomenal
Kevin Durant
An MVP performance among MVPs, finally enjoying himself even in moments of high tension. However, France is ready to remind him again that he didn’t choose Les Bleus. He’ll need to repeat this performance. Saturday’s Final is worth Gold, even for his reputation.”