With Joel Embiid committing to Team USA, LeBron James and Rudy Gobert offered their thoughts on the Sixers star's decision.
Which country he would compete with? Well, that was a different question he didn’t have an answer to at that moment.Joel Embiid is set to play for Team USA in 2024 Olympics.USA Today
Born in Yaounde, Cameroon, Embiid’s home team was available to him if he wanted to take that route. He could also commit to France or the United States of America after becoming a citizen in both countries last summer. A couple of weeks ago, it was revealed that France put a deadline in place for Embiid’s decision. Therefore, Embiid was preparing to decide this week. On Thursday, he committed to Team USA.All-Star Kevin Durant. While LeBron didn’t commit officially just yet, reports have hinted that he plans to have a final go-round on the International stage before he hangs it up.
Team USA is understandably excited to land Embiid, who is coming off an MVP-winning season in the NBA. As for France, their own star big man Rudy Gobert expressed his happiness to see Embiid clearly satisfied with his decision to ultimately compete with the opposition.. “I guess we’ll see him in Paris, but I’m happy for him as long as he does what makes him happy and he follows his heart. That’s what matters. I think it’s definitely something that they needed.
Why the USA? Had Cameroon been a lock to make the Olympics, Embiid made it clear that would’ve been the easiest decision to play for them. Wanting a guaranteed ticket to compete in the tournament, though, Embiid’s best chances were playing for the USA or France.on Thursday. “That’s been a goal and my dream.
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