The Philadelphia 76ers have been making major moves this offseason, securing Paul George to bolster their championship hopes alongside stars Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. After signing George, the Sixers locked in Maxey with a contract extension, and recently, they secured their franchise cornerstone, Embiid, with a new deal.
Embiid agreed to a three-year, $193 million contract extension, keeping him in Philly through the 2027-28 season. Following the signing, Embiid took to social media to make one thing clear: Philadelphia is where he wants to stay.
“Philadelphia is home. I want to be here for the rest of my career,” Embiid wrote. “I love this community and everything you’ve given me and my family. There is a lot more work to do. You guys deserve a championship and I think we’re just getting started! #TrustTheProcess.”
In the team’s official announcement, Embiid reflected on his journey since being drafted. “I started as a Sixer and want to be right here for the rest of my career. I had no idea when I was drafted as a 20-year-old kid from Cameroon how lucky I was to be in Philadelphia,” Embiid said.
Kansas Jayhawks freshman Joel Embiid announced his intention to enter the NBA Basketbaul Herren USA draft during a press conference. IMAGO / ZUMA Press Wire
“Through all the ups and downs, this city and the fans have been everything, and I am so grateful for how they’ve embraced me,” he added. “I want to thank Josh, David, and the entire organization. Philadelphia is home and it’s time to bring this community an NBA championship.”
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In response to Embiid’s extension, 76ers managing partner Josh Harris praised Embiid’s talent and leadership both on and off the court.
“Joel has cemented himself as one of the greatest Sixers of all time and is well on his way to being one of the best players to ever play the game. We’re ecstatic that this extension keeps him and his family in Philadelphia for years to come,” Harris said.
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“Joel is a great family man, leader, and person,” Harris continued. “He’s an elite two-way player with a combination of size, strength, and athleticism that this league has rarely – if ever – seen. He’s integral to this franchise’s quest for another NBA Championship, and we’re honored that he continues to choose this organization as his NBA home.”
