Following a miraculous return just 17 days after undergoing surgery for an appendectomy to help the Philadelphia 76ers claw back from a 3-1 deficit against the Boston Celtics, Joel Embiid couldn't catch lightning in a bottle twice against the New York Knicks.

Although the Sixers' season ended in disappointment, it was a success in one regard for Joel Embiid.

During his appearance on "The Big Podcast," Kevin admitted that things have reached a point where he has started avoiding hanging out with Shaquille and Joel, as these former MVPs would casually pick him up in public settings, regardless of whether the comedian's own kids were around.

Why Fox Sports 1's Nick Wright criticized 76ers center Joel Embiid for bringing his son to the postgame press conference after losing Game 4. LeBron James broke one of basketball's most sacred records in 2023 when he passed which legend to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer?

Joel Embiid was among multiple Philadelphia 76ers players that were reportedly displeased with the team's choice to trade backup guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2025-26 season.

Over the years, JoJo has embraced his role as one of the league's premier heels. His polarizing style, constantly baiting opponents and trolling fanbases, has made him a lightning rod for vitriol on the road. But when that vitriol reaches the ears of his five-year-old son, the 2023 MVP takes a pragmatist's view.