76ers Must Trade Joel Embiid: Six Reasons Why Former NBA MVP’s Time In Philadelphia Is Over

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The writing is on the wall — it’s time for the Philadelphia 76ers to move on from Joel Embiid. The former NBA MVP is on the shelf once again, dealing with swelling in his left knee. This comes during a nightmarish season where he’s only played in 13 of the 76ers’ 39 games, missing time due to left knee injury management, suspension, sinus fracture, left foot sprain, and now this latest issue. Philadelphia needs to build a team where they can count on their top star being on the floor on a nightly basis. Here are six reasons why Embiid’s time in Philadelphia is over.

Can’t build a team around a superstar who is unable to play

 Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers
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76ers need to sit Joel Embiid rest of season and ‘tank’ for draft pick

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76ers need to trade Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
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Time for 76ers to center team around Tyrese Maxey

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Start focusing on future free agents

Luke Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo
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Unfair to 76ers fans to put inferior product on court

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