Joel Hans Embiid is a Cameroonian-American professional basketball player for the Philadelphia 76ers. He was drafted third overall in 2014 after one year of college basketball at Kansas. The 7-foot Embiid is a seven-time NBA All-Star, five-time All-NBA Team member, three-time All-Defensive Team member, and two-time NBA scoring champion. Embiid was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2023.
1954: The shot clock era begins in the NBA
The shot clock era in the NBA began in the 1954–55 season.
1967: Wilt Chamberlain sets the Sixers franchise record for most points in a game
In 1967 Wilt Chamberlain set the Sixers franchise record for most points in a game.
1971: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar achieves a 16-game streak with 30 or more points and 10-plus rebounds
During the 1971–72 season, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar achieved a streak of 16 games with 30 or more points and 10-plus rebounds for the Milwaukee Bucks.
1975: Bob McAdoo achieves a rare statline
On March 18, 1975, Bob McAdoo achieved a rare statline of at least 47 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, three steals, and two blocked shots.
1981: George Gervin and Johnny Moore lead the league in scoring and assists
During the 1981–82 season, George Gervin and Johnny Moore became the first pair of teammates to lead the NBA in scoring and assists.
March 1994: Joel Embiid is Born
In March 1994, Joel Embiid was born. He would go on to become a professional basketball player.
1997: The NBA starts tracking shooting percentage by quarter
Since the 1997–98 season, the NBA has tracked shooting percentage by quarter.
2001: Chris Webber achieves a rare statline
On January 5, 2001, Chris Webber achieved a rare statline of at least 47 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, three steals, and two blocked shots.
November 2012: Embiid Commits to Kansas
In November 2012, Embiid committed to play basketball at the University of Kansas.
2013: Embiid Plays First Season at Kansas
In 2013, Embiid played his freshman season at the University of Kansas.
February 2014: Embiid Named a Finalist for Player of the Year
In February 2014, Joel Embiid was named one of the 30 finalists for the Naismith College Player of the Year award.
March 2014: Embiid Suffers Stress Fracture, Misses Tournaments
In March 2014, Embiid suffered a stress fracture in his back, forcing him to miss the Big 12 tournament and NCAA tournament.
June 2014: Embiid is Drafted and Undergoes Foot Surgery
In June 2014, Embiid was drafted third overall by the Philadelphia 76ers. He then underwent surgery on a broken navicular bone in his right foot.
August 2014: Embiid Signs Rookie Contract
In August 2014, Embiid signed his rookie scale contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
October 2014: Embiid's Brother Arthur Passes Away
On October 2014, Joel Embiid's younger brother, Arthur, tragically died in a car accident in Cameroon.
2014: Joel Embiid is Drafted by the 76ers
In 2014, Joel Embiid was drafted third overall by the Philadelphia 76ers.
June 2015: Embiid Suffers Setback in Foot Recovery
In June 2015, Embiid suffered a setback in his recovery from foot surgery.
August 2015: Embiid Undergoes Second Foot Surgery
In August 2015, Embiid underwent a second round of surgery on his right foot, delaying his NBA debut further.
2015: Klay Thompson shoots 13-13 in a quarter
On January 23, 2015, Klay Thompson shot 13-for-13 in a quarter.
October 2016: Embiid Makes NBA Debut
In October 2016, Joel Embiid made his long-awaited NBA regular season debut.
2016: Embiid Named to NBA All-Rookie Team
Despite missing most of the season due to injury, Embiid was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2016.
2016: Embiid Makes NBA Debut
In 2016, Embiid made his long-awaited NBA debut after multiple injuries.
January 2017: Embiid Records Double-Double and is Named to Rising Stars Challenge
In January 2017, Embiid recorded his first career double-double and was named to the Rising Stars Challenge.
January 2017: Embiid Named Rookie of the Month
In January 2017, Embiid was named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month.
February 2017: Embiid Suffers Knee Injury
In February 2017, Embiid suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee. He was ruled out of the All-Star Weekend and missed the rest of the season.
February 2017: Embiid Named to Cameroon's Preliminary Team for AfroBasket 2017
In February 2017, Joel Embiid was included in the preliminary team for the Cameroon national basketball team to compete in the 2017 FIBA AfroBasket tournament. The qualifying games were scheduled for March during the NBA regular season.
March 2017: Embiid Undergoes Knee Surgery
In March 2017, Embiid underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.
2018: Embiid and Anne de Paula Begin Their Relationship
In 2018, Joel Embiid began his relationship with Brazilian model Anne de Paula.
September 2020: Embiid and Anne de Paula Welcome Their First Child
In September 2020, Joel Embiid and his partner, Anne de Paula, welcomed their first child, a son.
March 2021: Embiid Donates All-Star Game Winnings to Combat Homelessness
In March 2021, Joel Embiid donated $100,000, his winnings from the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, to organizations in Philadelphia dedicated to fighting homelessness.
April 2021: Embiid Receives NBA Cares Community Assist Award
In April 2021, Joel Embiid was honored with the NBA Cares Community Assist Award in recognition of his $100,000 donation to combat homelessness in Philadelphia.
2021: Embiid Leads NBA in Scoring
In 2021, Embiid led the NBA in scoring.
July 2022: Embiid Granted French Citizenship
In July 2022, Joel Embiid was granted French citizenship due to his exceptional contributions and achievements.
2022: Embiid Leads NBA in Scoring
In 2022, Embiid led the NBA in scoring for the second consecutive year.
July 2023: Embiid and Anne de Paula Get Married
In July 2023, Joel Embiid and Anne de Paula officially married.
November 2023: Embiid scores 29 points on 10-10 shooting in the 3rd quarter
On November 6, 2023, Joel Embiid scored 29 points on 10-10 shooting in the 3rd quarter.
2023: Joel Embiid is Named NBA MVP
In 2023, Joel Embiid was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player.
January 2024: Joel Embiid achieves a triple-double in three quarters
On January 2, 2024, Joel Embiid achieved a triple-double with 31 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists in three quarters.
April 25, 2024: Embiid Scores Playoff Career-High 50 Points
On April 25, 2024, Joel Embiid achieved a playoff career-high of 50 points, alongside eight rebounds and four assists, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-114 victory against the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs.
4/1/2008: LeBron James shoots 10-for-10 or better in a quarter
On April 1, 2008, LeBron James shot 10-for-10 or better in a quarter.