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 is a Cameroonian and American professional basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. Drafted third overall in 2014 after playing for Kansas, the 7-foot center is a seven-time NBA All-Star, five-time All-NBA Team member, and three-time All-Defensive Team member. He is a two-time NBA scoring champion and was named NBA Most Valuable Player in 2023. Embiid also secured a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team in 2024.

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March 1994: Joel Embiid's Birth

In March 1994, Joel Hans Embiid was born. He is a Cameroonian and American professional basketball player.

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November 2012: Committed to Kansas

In November 2012, Joel Embiid, a five-star recruit, committed to the University of Kansas.

2013: Played At Kansas

In the 2013-14 season, Joel Embiid played 28 games for the University of Kansas, averaging 11.2 points and 8.1 rebounds per game.

October 2014: Brother's Death

In October 2014, Embiid's younger brother, Arthur, tragically died in a car crash in Cameroon.

September 2020: Birth of his son

In September 2020, Anne de Paula gave birth to Embiid's 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: Married Anne de Paula

In July 2023, Embiid married his partner, Brazilian model Anne de Paula.

April 2024: Embiid posted a playoff career-high 50 points and was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy

On April 25, 2024, Joel Embiid posted a playoff career-high 50 points in a victory against the New York Knicks. He stated that he had been diagnosed with Bell's Palsy.