Joel Embiid - PHI - C

Thank you so much BBM! Won my fantasy championship 9-0 H2H this year in a very competitive league... couldn't have done it without all of you (especially all of your up/down votes)!

laughing at all these guys talking about taking him first round next year.

@Tmart21 because the Sixers are an unmitigated disaster when it comes to managing injuries

Why the delay in the surgery when they mentioned it so long ago?

I hope I'll feel good about keeping him next year. I saw him as a top 20 guy.

Sixers non commitall to him being ready to start next year. This is the worst

Over the Sixers last 15 games, Dario Saric is averaging 20.0 points, 8.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.7 treys. Saric is one of just four players averaging at least 20/8/3/1 since Feb. 8 — the other three are LeBron,Cousins and Westbrook.

Expected to have surgery. Do people still think this is a fake injury?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNkxij3n30M They read the debate here :D

Perhaps they saw the 10 win January and thought... We're gonna play our way to a 8th pick? No way... Shut them down and hope a random team wins lottery... Pushing Lakers to 4th pick and Sixers 5th (unless kings or Sixers win the jackpot)----still pushes Lakers to 4th. Colangelo sucks. Hinkie was the man.

was so fun to own when he played...where to draft him next season is now the question

Well Embiid has also said he was hurt in interviews and was upset with the Sixers for downplaying the severity of his injury. What would be his incentive for lying and pretending to be injured. I also saw him get hurt

For all we know Embiid's knee is 100% fine. Why does Philly have to tell the truth here? They obviously haven't in the past. It's in their best interest to shut him down whether he is healthy or not. I'm half kidding, half being serious

Both Embiid and Simmons have to be injured. Which leaves us with A) the philadelphia medical staff are incompetent and misdiagnose or completely miss injuries. Or B) The management just lies and spins the news. Neither is good.

Yes, and GOD with capital letters.

Hinkie is god. Let's not sully his name

Yeah, Hinkie was Einstein for this clowns.

Positive side his foot is fine and that was a major concern. Meniscus is more of a freak injury. Can probably get him at a reasonable discount next year because of the injuries.

He will have played in 31 of a possible 246 games (12.6%) through his first 3 seasons. I'll let someone else deal with him next year.

The least surprising news ever.

Great transparency colangelo. Worse than hinkie? Update those damn MRI machines!

Which goes back to my original point that I think there is a huge issue with the Sixers medical staff handling of injuries. @Martiaci do you really think the Sixers allowed Simmons to undergo a foot procedure this week when there is nothing wrong with his foot. Why risk his future (and if your the doctor your credibility)?

Buyer beware if you're in a Dynasty league on the likes of Simmons and Embiid, not to mention whoever they draft this summer. Injuries don't mean the same with this team as they do for almost any other and that will kill your team even if they are highly touted talents.

so help me out on this one..18 days ago, meniscus tear is considered low-grade. they allow him to participate in some activity then now it's gotten worse. so either totally inept medical staff, imaging devices or just tomfoolery. Hey Magic, PHI gonna try and reduce your chances of landing that protected #3 pick yo!

It's extremely suspicious that both of their top prospects had their injuries get worse after they were getting better. The Sixers have a solid core, but they could sure use a PG and with this upcoming draft, I would shut down Embiid and Simmons as well after seeing how well they played a couple of months ago. They can't simply shut down their players without an excuse of injury because it goes against the League's interest.

If the Sixers wanted Embiid to play this season he would have had an MRI and surgery when he originally got hurt and he'd be back by now. Instead, we get PR mindgames and Embiid saying BS the front office is telling him to say. It's fairly obvious they've gone into tank mode.

Just wondering is the majority opinion really that Embiid and Simmons are both fine and the Sixers won't play them just to lose more games?

Well we just got an update. Out for the year. The bone bruise has healed, but the tear has gotten worse. Hopefully he doesn't need surgery.

Riggin' for Wiggins! .... Wait ...

and just like that..tank it! can't wait to see more news of Embiid rocking it out on concerts

may be the case...if so, then some poorly chosen words from writer of that article: "They want members of their medical team to be in agreement with what they see in the MRI results."

I am pretty sure Embiid is hurt. He said himself he is hurt. If he was healthy he would be playing. I don't buy into the conspiracy that Embiid and Simmons are fine and the Sixers just won't play them. It would be extreme incompetence to have Simmons undergo a foot procedure this week to through people off the scent of him really being okay

I would guess it means that the medical staff is split on treatment options. So some people of the medical team might see the MRI and say based on what they are seeing they think one treatment is optimal and other people on staff disagree. I don't think they are disagreeing on what the actual injury is

Or they are tanking and they are just stalling to see how bad the team is over the next week or two and they can afford to win a couple of more games with Embiid.

what other things to expect from shitshow of the organization.

"They want members of their medical team to be in agreement with what they see in the MRI results." Wth is that--either injury is so peculiar that they can't unanimously agree on it or Sixers don't want a member leaving/getting fired and saying later on "didn't agree with diagnosis/prognosis"...ugh

Simmons has a broken foot and Embiid has a bad knee. That much I am sure of. I just think the medical staff has mismanaged their injuries. It kind of went under the radar, but Simmons had to have another foot procedure done this week. To let him practice with a broken foot was completely inexcusable

Durant can get hurt one day, mri the next and results released a few hours after that. We still don't know whats wrong with Simmons and Embiid after MONTHS.

I am starting to think the Sixers have one of the worst medical staffs in the NBA. I think clearly Embiid should not have been allowed to play in that game against Houston and they let Simmons practice on a broken foot, which may have been why he had to have an additional procedure done this week.

Sixers tank confirmed

Keith Pompey's new article gives us an update of sorts. From the article: "As of Wednesday morning, the team had not announced the results of the scan. The Sixers are expected to give a medical update as early as Wednesday evening. The team said they need the extra time to seek further insight on his knee. They want members of their medical team to be in agreement with what they see in the MRI results." -- http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/sports/sixers/Sixers-says-Joel-Embiids-future-still-uncertain.html

@jw9nine -- It's an educated guess. We really have no idea when Embiid may return. @amandyeh -- There have not been any updates since it was reported that he'd undergo an MRI on Monday.

any update?

Is the projected return an educated guess or was there news out that I missed?

Historically the ROY award is not linked to team wins, whatsoever. Often it has been the (inefficient) rookie getting the most run on a really bad team. So I don't follow the "he didn't make his team good" argument. I do follow the argument that he didn't even play enough games to qualify. But it is close..

As we already agreed, Embiid is the best rookie by far but he only plays 31 games on only 25 mpg with 13-18 record. His case would be better if he's able to play 40 mpg and win a lot more games. As of now, he's not special enough to overcome the lack of games. I can see maybe Brogdon or Willy wins it, both meh choices btw, depending how they fare ROS.

To me team record is irrelevant since it's an individual award. Which is why I isolated the Sixers numbers to when he is on the court. I don't think the quality of the Sixers bench should have any bearing on Embiids rookie of the year candidacy

Don't see a single one. This draft class was absolute garbage. Simmons never played, Hield and Murray are both insanely inconsistent and can only score, Dunn never played, Bender never. The only guy that can make any case at all is Brogdon who I've been vouching for lately but since Kidd is an idiot idt he comes close to Embiid. 31 games or not, the 76ers were a near .500 team with Embiid playing and their team was transformed.

Which rookie do you think has been more valuable than him then?

It doesn't translate to the sixers having a winning record with him playing though. It's not special enough. He'd have to be Wilt-like I think to win it in only 30 games. I'm not sure about 30 games being more valuable. That means 50+ games of zeros. Add to that he was only able to play 25 minutes per night. It's just tough to think of him as ROY unless the consideration is solely 'best player'.

Some more Embiid numbers. When he is on the court the Sixers have a defensive efficiency of 102 which would rank 4th in the league, right behind Utah but ahead of Memphis. With Embiid off the court the Sixers have a defensive efficiency of 110.9 which would be dead last in the NBA. Even if we were discussing this as most valuable rookie I think it's would be pretty easy to quantify that 30 games of Embiid is more valuable than what any other rookie this year did in 80 games

With Embiid on the floor the Sixers outscore team by 3.6 points per 100 possesions. So they are a winning team with him on the court despite him having a bad team around him

Clearly he's the best rookie by far but only playing in 38% of the games in a losing season...it's tough. Maybe if he does something special like winning a lot of games despite terrible teammates he'd have a chance...Has there been anyone in any sport who miss 60%+ of the season but still wins 'player of the year'?

Agreed on that. If he doesn't play again this year, I believe many of the voters will be having the same conversations we are having as to what makes a player 'deserving' of the award.

He makes this a moot point if he comes back in a week and plays out the stretch, though, but it is going to be interesting to see which way the voters go.

Fair enough, reasonable minds can disagree. I tend to believe that being on the court is an important part of helping your team win. Embiid is certainly the most talented rookie.

Because i can't see a situation in any other award where the gap between number one and two is so stark. It would be like comparing Harden to Kent Bazemore for MVP, that's the drop off level.

Actually, after reading more closely, the rookie requirements are half of the 58, so 29. then joel would qualify. it will be interesting to see what happens

You'd never see any other award (MVP, 6th Man, DPOY) given to a player who misses 50+ games. Why should ROY be any different?

http://stats.nba.com/help/statistical_minimums.html If i had a vote, he would need to play 58 games to qualify (shockingly, I don't)

Saric will end up playing 70-odd games, but only playing well in say 25 of them. And the quality of his 25 is lower than Embiid's 31, but that fact that he was on the court for the other games, even though he was bad, will count in his favour. I don't like that rationale

I agree, not only he is the best rookie but he is by far the best rookie this year. But it's kind of iffy since saric is playing ball now and games played might be a factor.

What does deserving mean? He is the best rookie of the year.

Agree is the best but playing 30 gms its not in any way deserving to get the trophy.

We will know more once the MRI results come back

Is it likely they Shut him down? He just got dropped to waivers.

I agree, I don't care that he's played 31 games. He's been the best - not close

I would still vote for Embiid. He's been the best rookie in my opinion.

No way he gets ROY with 30 gms (well, if its rigged then he will).

Too bad, love this guy's heart and talent. On the other hand, Saric might be able to snatch the ROY. I don't think Embiid is worth the award as he only played 31 games. Willy will surpass him soon as well.

Colangelo is a wanna-be Hinkie

@jw9nine Obviously, dancing on stage at a concert is not equivalent to playing basketball at the highest level, but it's still not a good look if he's actually serious about being a top player in this league. Perhaps Gronk is a better comparison than Greg Oden... immense talent, questionable off field/court antics, and a complete inability to stay healthy.

@dunishr >< smh

Embiid has NOT been ruled out for the season yet. He is undergoing an MRI Monday afternoon to try to determine why increased activity is causing his knee to swell. I'd guess we'll know more on his status sometime Tuesday.

All leagues should incorporate some type or IR now imo, but especially keeper or dynasty leagues...for that very reason you mention.

The keeper league poison pill, won't play again this season but can't drop

https://tinyurl.com/hkxzah5

Anyone thinks he'd still play this a seaison? Smh

Well, if they finish lower than the Lakers they ll possibly get 2 top 5 picks :)

Okafor up Ferrell down?

Keith Pompey corrected his tweet. It's the knee

they just want to tank

Sounds like it's the knee.

i stand corrected. reporter says foot. sixers twitter feed says knee. not sure if it's that much better but at least it's from the same inj that has him DNP-ing last few wks

Conflicting reports though. Sixers say knee, linked tweet said foot.

yep. especially since report says swelling is on his foot. bone bruise is on the knee

Damn this seems like it might be bad news coming

Dropped in my league and made it to FA unclaimed. Is he must grab for a team fighting for playoffs? Seems like wont play enough games. Drop would be M Smart

Article on ESPN where Embiid calls out the Philly organisation for lying to the public about his injury and his return date. I'll believe he's back when he's out there playing.

Sixers Twitter: Update: Embiid went through full practice. Medical staff encouraged by progress towards becoming game ready. Target for return 3/3 v NYK.

This guy...at some point he actually has to play in order to win ROY, right? Has anyone ever won the award playing in less than half his team's games?

"they're being extremely cautious" aka tanking. they just don't want to outright see it coz let's face it, Embiid playing and "wanting to see Simmons play this season" will sell tickets. balancing act btwn that the top 3 protected Lakers pick. NEED....TO....REDUCE...CHANCES...OF...LAL...GETTING...TOP 3 PICK

I'm starting to think this guy is just a more talented Greg Oden...he's played a whopping 31 games in 3 NBA seasons!

OK, starting to get nervous now... Should I be?

A keeper league poison pill.

Up for Embiid, Down for Crowder

Up for oladipo, down for embiid

Additionally im waiting on cp3 still

Punt points 9 cat team. Ive just been offered wmbiid for covington. Standings are tight. Do I pull the trigger or is he too risky right now/this yr

Thank you for the swift reply. The only thing I'm frightened of is that Philly shuts Embiid down for ROS, is he still worth the trouble? Appreciate it BBM fam

It's both, but he is going to be back very soon

So, is it just a bone bruise? or partially torn meniscus? I was contemplating trading Aldridge to get Embiid

You can't afford to drop your worst player for him? Who is your worst player?

He just got dropped in my league... I'm fighting for a playoff spot. Debating the pick up, but can't afford it, I don't think.

Wow. Seems like it's time to make some offers to acquire Embiid.

Fighting for a playoff spot and there are no takers on trades. Is he droppable?

Embiid, Khawi and O'Quinn (up) B.Lopez, Valanciunas, and R. Anderson (down) Roto 9 cat

Embiid should essentially be considered out indefinitely for the time being. Even with the announcement that he has a low-grade meniscus tear, the team continues to simply call him day-to-day. We don't know when he's going to return. Embiid partook in shootaround this morning, and whether or not he is close to returning will depend on how well his knee responds tomorrow (to the work he did today). His knee has been swelling up on him anytime he has tried to amp up his activity the last couple weeks. The hope is that the swelling is behind him now. We may get another update tomorrow.

Already missed 2 weeks, do the injury experts think he'll be ready right after the break?

Maybe he came back too soon from the first injury and did some more damage to the knee in the Houston game?

Derek Bodner of USA Today reported Embiid has a minor tear in his meniscus in addition to a knee contusion, though he will not require surgery and is considered day-to-day.

Embiid had some comments out today that said he's just not healthy and that him and the sixers take his health very seriously. Every time its felt good it has swelled up again. it'll just take time..

again, "...they are going to be very cautious." AND "having him play vs Hous b/c he was feeling well enough..." appear to contradict each other. here's my theory--they had a decent winning streak much of which can be said to be due to Embiid's play. the organization probably didn't see that winning streak coming and decided to "slow it down". Philly mgmt is well aware of the protected top 3 pick from the LAL. LAL decides to move onto player dev't and suddenly Philly needs to find a way to reduce chances of LAL landing the top 3 pick. no clearer way to do that than try to finish worse than the LAL.

Philadelphian here. he likely played vs Hou b/c he was feeling well enough to and it was a nationally televised game. When i saw the injury initially it was bad enough looking that i nearly threw up. the sixers have shown in Jojo's history that they are going to be very cautious. he has a bone bruise and all you can really do for those is rest and get treatment. given that, i'm not surprised he's been out and i'm glad he has been if there's virtually any chance he isn't 100% healed. That does not however mean that they are all of a sudden tanking. Embiid has shown that he has a chance to turn into a top 5 or so player in the league. You DO NOT mess with that in a season where the best case scenario is that they win the 8th seed (and a tiny chance at that), it's not worth it. Jojo has also shown himself to be a little clumsy at times. Much like a baby deer on roller skates on ice. They aren't tanking, they're being careful with their future.

I get you dont like Okafor but you and Josh have gone over the limit with these things.

If they really want to increase Okafor's trade value they should bury him on the bench where scouts can't see him play

knowing how careful they've been with him and the times they didn't play him that much more minutes even with game on the line, i don't see how they allowed him to talk them into playing vs HOU (8 days later) if he really had a bad injury.

No, the Sixers aren't sitting Embiid out to tank. He's hurt. You can watch the video of the injury here: He jammed his knee bad. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyCP62LxuJ4

seems like JOJO has little chance to play b2b during fantasy po sigh

Is 76ers just in a tank mode? I'm destroyed by PHI's office....

i think when team had a winning streak, mgmt got scared they might lose ground for lottery position. now that the Lakers are in player dev't mode, higher probability that Sixers play anyone not named Embiid and likely just tease ticket buyers/holders when it comes to Simmons

I don't think he'll be shut down. They are being cautious which is giving them leverage to showcase Okafor for a trade. He'll be back for playoffs, would rather have 3 games of Embiid then 4 games of Ariza in playoffs

14 Team 9 Cat H2H. I'm locked in for playoffs. My Ariza (Up) for his Embiid (Down)?

What are the chances he gets shut down? Was offered Embiid + Butler (UP) for Durant + Warren (DOWN)

if they're gonna risk his bruise, might as well try to do it at a home game and maybe sell a few more tickets

Not playing Saturday, and Monday. Its obvious the 76ers are tanking.

so many good young centers - Joker, Turner, Gobert, Process...no need to reach too aggressively next year

It's obviously too early to tell, but I think he will have no restrictions next season, assuming no further major injuries occur. We are a long way away from that information crystallising though

I think he will have less restrictions next season, but I am doubtful that there will be zero restrictions

Granted I am a philly homer so maybe not listen to me!

Baring setbacks I assume he will play more minutes and more games next year Easily making him a first round pick

Based on a poll I just put up on twitter it seems like most people are going to be taking him the first round next year. This likely means I won't be owning Embiid next season

I think there will be at least one person in every league that would take him in the top25 easily.

Considering how many people said Davis was undraftable in h2h this year, I will be curious to see how people value Embiid next season. Especially if he still doesn't get cleared to play b2b

Make sure he's out of your weekly lineups. Out tonight and doubtful for the next two games.

Embiid/A.Bradley(up)/ Covington/Holiday(down); 12 team 9-CAT.

Should I trade Porzingis to get Embiid in a keeper league (4 players)?

Whiteside, Dragic Or Embiid, Taj, Jennings. 8 Cat DYNASTY league. Up for Whiteside Down for Embiid

I love Jojo. But I can't reason having him taking a slot over Lebron, Giannis or butler. Those are my frontcourt picks

He should be a starter for the all-star game

Take some aspirin and get on the court! We only get you three times this week, sheesh.

There are many people claiming that Embiid up late last night drinking Shirley Temples on Instagram Live! Did anyone notice that?

Trade a 12th rd Paul George for a 7th rd Embiid in a keep 5? Up for Agree. Thanks.

Exhale

Ankle sprain but available for second half

Just hopefully it wasn't his foot

Looks like an ankle

Should I trade Whiteside for Embiid? 8 Cats ROTO

Only if this is a keeper league. Otherwise, the Cousins/Rubio side should be better total value this season.

Giving up Cousins and Rubio for Embiid and DeRozan - is Embiid worth the risk?

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nba/2288/joel-embiid

He complained about being a PF and not having any action on the court and that it was the first time he didn't trust what was going on. Since those comments they've largely been apart from each other.

Hi @ehrenberg where did you see Embiid said doesn't like playing with Okafor? Thx

Less of a mess when they make the right call and just DNP-CD Noel so that EMBIIIID can do his thing. God I love Embiid.

Already hinting that he doesn't like playing with Okafor. The big man situation is a mess in philly

@benron: magic 8-ball says: "Maybe"

Embiid got the start last night at PF. I am currently in a 12 team CBS weekly league. I would need 4 more starts from Embiid at the PF spot for him to qualify at forward. We use 2 centers, 4 forwards, and 4 guards in our league. I already start Drummond and Jordan at center so Embiid qualifying for forward eligibility would be huge for me. Will Embiid get those 4 more starts?

He has to be cleared for back to backs at some point this season. The cotton wool the Philly training staff have him in cant be that thick. Must have trust in his health at some point.

Up Batum Down Embiid. Does it worth the risk for Embiid, if he starts playing back to backs i will be the winner of this trade. What do you think?

theo156 -- I think that trade would be reasonable if we knew that Embiid would eventually be able to play in both games of a b2b by the end of the season. Since we don't know if he will, I'd likely be sticking with the Whiteside/Clarkson side of the deal. It's definitely intriguing.

Trade Whiteside+Clarkson for Embiid and LaVine?

My understanding is they are constantly evaluating his restrictions. Nothing is set in stone. Right now I would guess he won't play in any back to backs. If he does they might do something like limit him to 20 minutes in each part of the back to back scenario

Will they rest him back to back all season long? Any info?

76ers and Kings related note, game looks to be canned?

Probably not with all those 3s he is taking.

bump on his fg%? His season/college averages are hovering around 48-50%

Props to this guy, He was so upset he can't play in the 2nd OT

Probably could have lived without the embiid isn't playing update lol

just to add, I also have Dieng. given same scenario as below, who would you rather trade or Embiid? Up for Dieng, Down for Jok. ROS and obviously 2 more yrs to be taken into consideration

12T, H2H, 3 yr max hold (this yr is 1st yr), 4 keeper league. Including injury and real life roster risk, Embiid > Jokic? I'd be selling low on Jokic given I drafted him at 48.

No way @Joey_B Embiid will be even more beast next year. 1st round value especially if you keep 6 players. Assuming a 10team league, hes well over Top 60. Pau is just garbage. And will regress every year from now

Got offered Embiid for Pau Gasol and a first rounder next year. We keep six players every year. 9 cat h2h. Pull the trigger?

Trade my Dieng for Embiid? My FG is very strong ATM but Embiid will kill my TO

He reminds me of a young Hakeem Olajuwon with range. Absolute freak. Really hope he just stays healthy and has a long career.

I would pay zero attention to his turnover numbers. I believe Embiid can become a top 20 fantasy player without too much issue and could easily be a 20/10 guy with 1 three and 2+ blocks on good %

What's up with these crazy turnover numbers? Let's say those settle down as he gets more experience, what kind of numbers overall are you forecasting him to grow into? Need to know to make decisions in keeper league.

Are they gonna rest Embiid all season long?

So what are the chances of the league correcting one of Embiid's stats for the Pacers game? He should have had 2 blocks credited to him. Instead, one of the blocks was given to Ilyasova even though it was clearly Embiid who blocked the shot. Proof is in the game highlights if you search it up on Youtube. 4th quarter with about 4 minutes to go. Hits a big three then down the other end gets a block on Jefferson.

I want to trade Jokic for Embiid as well, but I doubt the guy in my league will take it. Thinking it would have to be a 2 for 1, but not sure if that is putting too much value on Embiid.

Was looking forward to the Embiid-Turner matchup. Both of them have two fouls within the first 2 minutes of the game...

trade my Jokic for Embiid? I also have an option for Marc Gasol. Which is better? I think Embiid is more fun to own, I want to trust the process.

Most likely to win a 2017 auction league based on keeper value

So this guy is the real deal? His lines in ~25 minutes are awesome minus the TO's.

Don't get me wrong, this guy has shown more promise in 20 minutes than Len has in his entire life

You can't ignore his usage rate though. Sure, he's only playing 20-25 minutes but if his usage rate hovers around 30%-35% then he will have value regardless.

He played like 15 minutes in the second game. We have no idea how B2Bs will affect his minutes either. Noel is out and Okafor is also on a minutes restriction. His Fouls/36 is 6.7 (two games in, granted) – minute restrictions might not be the only thing to limit his minutes. So, a season projection of 23 minutes seems fair.

His minutes restriction has already been raised to 24m after 2 games - his current 23 m/g projection for the season seems low.

Philly isn't trying to win games right now. They priority is working on developing their prospects -- Embiid mostly. They are being smart in being super cautious in limiting his minutes. Limiting him to 20-24mpg and sitting him in b2b's will still afford Okafor an average of 24-30mpg off the bench. Then both of them are getting their playing time in the optimal setting as the lone C on the floor.

Embiid is easily as athletic as Porzingas currently is at PF. Both Okafor and Embiid are superior ball handlers in the halk court as well, unlike Noel, who did nothing but kill any chance at running a half court offense. Noel is best on a team with superior guards. The Sixers have never had that, hence why Noel must go. Starting both Embiid and Okafor takes pressure off of the lousy backcourt and off one another. It's a no brainer to eventually have Okafor starting next to Embiid.

Kinda seems like Embiid's usage projection is in need of a substantial upward revision based on my eye test of the Philly games.

I dont think they share the court a great deal. Moving Embiid to PF youd lose his rim protection and together theres less space to work on offense. Made that mistake with Noel and Okafor last year. Id imagine Okafor will be Embiids backup.

It's becoming clear that Brown wants to play Embiid with Okafor once the minutes restriction is lifted. I would think Embiid starts at PF with Okafor at center. Once Simmons comes back, I believe Brown wants Simmons as his PG going forward. He hinted at this during the preseason. I think this would then open the door for Stauskas to start at SG to give them another shooter.

While he won't have Towns' first year impact, Embiid is going to be the guy that wins auction keeper leagues next year.

On the plus side he has requested to be nicknamed "The Process" which is the best and most self aware nickname in sports

Towns put up first round value last year and appears to be an MVP candidate for the foreseeable future. Embiid is currently restricted to 20 minutes, has major long term durability concerns after multiple foot surgeries kept him off the court his first two years in the league and has played one game. It's a little early

Is it too early or too late to call Embiid this year's Towns?

Minutes restriction be damned. This guy is just oozing talent and he's hungry to prove himself. With Noel likely to be traded and increased minutes throughout the season, I think we many people will regret passing on him by the end of the season. It may take some time, but this guy is going to be a fantasy star.

He might beat the projection for 3pts (6 for the season) by Week 2. Nice bonus and amazing upside.

His Yahoo ADP is 122? Is that right? I'd guess the public would be higher on him.

what do you guys think of his free throw %? hes been doing excellent in the pre season.

It's pretty high in a dynasty, I think top 50 easily if you like risk taking

People in my league seem to be targeting Embiid. I think they will reach for him. any idea where his ranking is proper? i mean around when should we take a potential player like him for a dynasty league?

I know that, it's more so it allows him to be filtered in the rookies when you look at projections and rankings

I get that Embiid is in his rookie season, but he wasn't drafted in 2016.