Early Life and Education of Joel Embiid: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Joel Embiid. From birth to education, explore key events.
Joel Embiid, a Cameroonian and American professional basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers, is a dominant force in the NBA. Drafted third overall in 2014 after a year at Kansas, the 7-foot center has become a seven-time NBA All-Star, five-time All-NBA Team member, and three-time All-Defensive Team selection. Embiid is also a two-time NBA scoring champion and was named the NBA Most Valuable Player in 2023. He also won a gold medal on the 2024 U.S. Olympic team.
March 1994: Joel Embiid Born
In March 1994, Joel Hans Embiid was born. He is a Cameroonian and American professional basketball player.
November 2012: Committed to Kansas
In November 2012, Joel Embiid, a five-star recruit, committed to the University of Kansas.
2013: Played First Season for Kansas
In the 2013–14 season, Joel Embiid played 28 games for the University of Kansas, averaging 11.2 points and earning Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year honors and was named second-team All-Big 12.
February 2014: Naismith College Player of the Year Finalist
On 13 February 2014, Joel Embiid was named one of the 30 finalists for the Naismith College Player of the Year.
October 2014: Brother's death
In October 2014, Joel Embiid's younger brother, Arthur, tragically died in a car crash in Cameroon.
2018: Relationship with Anne de Paula
In 2018, Joel Embiid started a relationship with Brazilian model Anne de Paula.
September 2020: Birth of son
In September 2020, Anne de Paula, Embiid's partner, gave birth to their son.
July 2022: Granted French citizenship
In July 2022, Joel Embiid was granted citizenship by France, recognized for his exceptional interest as a foreigner.
July 2023: Marriage to Anne de Paula
In July 2023, Joel Embiid married Brazilian model Anne de Paula.
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