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Joel Embiid Hilariously Apologizes To LeBron James: 'I’m Sorry, Mister 16,000 Field Goals'

Joel Embiid Hilariously Apologizes To LeBron James: 'I’m Sorry, Mister 16,000 Field Goals'

Joel Embiid had just put up 36 points and 15 rebounds against the only team to beat the Philadelphia 76ers this season. And he was taking questions about the win when LeBron James walked up behind him with a very hilarious question of his own.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
LeBron James pumps brakes hard on NBA Finals talk

LeBron James pumps brakes hard on NBA Finals talk

The Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to a phenomenal start to the season following their 112-106 victory over the Detroit Pistons, but LeBron James is pumping the brakesLeBron James is pumping the brakes on NBA Finals chatter.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 5
3 Most Eye-Catching Numbers for 76ers vs. Pistons

3 Most Eye-Catching Numbers for 76ers vs. Pistons

The Philadelphia 76ers avenged their loss to the Detroit Pistons last month with a 112-106 victory over the Pistons in Detroit on Wednesday night. It was the Sixers' eighth win in nine games to start the season, and they've quickly shot to the top of the standings in the Eastern Conference.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz
The 'NBA active 1,500-three-pointers' quiz
The 'NBA MVPs' quiz
Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / November 5
Cristiano Ronaldo retires at 41 as LeBron James’ comments on walking away resurface

Cristiano Ronaldo retires at 41 as LeBron James’ comments on walking away resurface

Cristiano Ronaldo may have decided to call time on his international soccer career at 41, but the Portuguese superstar could learn a thing or two from NBA legend LeBron James about refusing to let age dictate when it’s time to walk away.

NBA News / Yardbarker
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 5
3 76ers Stats on Wednesday That Tell Story of Their Win vs. Pistons

3 76ers Stats on Wednesday That Tell Story of Their Win vs. Pistons

The 76ers were on pace for their most impressive win of the season on Wednesday night. They led Detroit by as many as 17 points in the second quarter as Jaylen Brown fired on all cylinders; he notched 23 points in the first 24 minutes.

LeBron James News / HITC / November 5
‘We like each other’ – LeBron James’ blunt reaction on why 76ers have started NBA season 8-1

‘We like each other’ – LeBron James’ blunt reaction on why 76ers have started NBA season 8-1

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James had a simple take on why the franchise has started the season 8-1 despite many worrying about their chemistry. The 76ers have four players in their starting five who people believed needed the ball in their hands at all times to bring out the best in them.

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Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7
 Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance
Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever
 Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever
Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction
 Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction
Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
 Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / November 5
‘Sorry…’ – Skip Bayless sends message to Stephen A. Smith amid 76ers’ impressive start

‘Sorry…’ – Skip Bayless sends message to Stephen A. Smith amid 76ers’ impressive start

With LeBron James now on their books the Philadelphia 76ers have enjoyed a fantastic start to the 2026/27 NBA season. After nine games they boast an 8-1 record, most recently securing a 112-106 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.

Joel Embiid News / HITC / November 5
‘Last one I ever take’ – Joel Embiid vows to stop attempting three-pointers after win over Pistons

‘Last one I ever take’ – Joel Embiid vows to stop attempting three-pointers after win over Pistons

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will focus his attention on scoring from inside the three-point line after a terrible start to the season as an outside shooter.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
76ers news: Skip Bayless declares the East runs through Philadelphia: ‘Sorry Stephen A.’

76ers news: Skip Bayless declares the East runs through Philadelphia: ‘Sorry Stephen A.’

The Philadelphia 76ers have wasted little time making noise in the Eastern Conference, and Skip Bayless believes the balance of power has already shifted.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 5
Even JB Bickerstaff has to give props to Joel Embiid after 76ers’ huge win over Pistons

Even JB Bickerstaff has to give props to Joel Embiid after 76ers’ huge win over Pistons

The Philadelphia 76ers finally got their revenge against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday after JB Bickerstaff’s squad defeated them in their previous meeting last month.

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The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz
 The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz
The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz
 The 'Last 100-yard teammates by team' quiz
The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz
 The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
76ers HC Nick Nurse provides encouraging update on Adem Bona’s neck injury

76ers HC Nick Nurse provides encouraging update on Adem Bona’s neck injury

The Philadelphia 76ers maintained their impressive start to the NBA season by securing a 112-106 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. However, the crucial road win also featured a worrying moment for Philadelphia as young center Adem Bona appeared to suffer an injury.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 4
Sweet 16,000: LeBron James adds to his legend

Sweet 16,000: LeBron James adds to his legend with latest career achievement

Even though Philadelphia doesn't rely on him to carry the scoring load, James continues to make history.

Joel Embiid gets a technical foul for heated altercation with Pistons player
Jaylen Brown reveals who is truly taking charge for the 76ers
Kingston Flemings shines for Hawks in first career start
Jonathan Kuminga gets a flagrant foul for elbowing Alperen Sengun in face
James Harden appears to have an in-game argument with Kenny Atkinson
NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4
3 Studs and 1 Dud for 76ers in Win vs. Pistons

3 Studs and 1 Dud for 76ers in Win vs. Pistons

The Philadelphia 76ers dropped their only game of the season, so far, to the Detroit Pistons last month. But, they had an opportunity for some revenge in enemy territory on Wednesday night, and they took full advantage of it.

Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / November 4
Jaylen Brown scores 30 as 76ers avenge loss to Pistons

Jaylen Brown scores 30 as 76ers avenge loss to Pistons

Led by Jaylen Brown's 30 points and seven rebounds, the visiting Philadelphia 76ers downed the Detroit Pistons, 112-106, on Wednesday. Joel Embiid supplied 26 points and 15 rebounds as the Sixers avenged their only loss this season, Detroit's 106-93 road win on Oct.

Joel Embiid News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Joel Embiid gets a technical foul for heated altercation with Pistons player

Joel Embiid gets a technical foul for heated altercation with Pistons player

Joel Embiid is adding another player to his beef list. Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers played on Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. In the second quarter at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., Embiid was jostled underneath by Pistons forward Tolu Smith as 76ers teammate Jaylen Brown attacked the rim and drew the foul on Smith.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4
How did Jaylen Brown possibly miss this wide-open layup?

How did Jaylen Brown possibly miss this wide-open layup?

With all the stars on the Philadelphia 76ers, Jaylen Brown is very much a leader. Along with LeBron James, he brings experience and accolades, and he knows how to set the example.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4
76ers’ Most Recent Win Also Came With a Sneaky Hidden Benefit

76ers’ Most Recent Win Also Came With a Sneaky Hidden Benefit

The 76ers delivered their first blowout win of the year, trouncing the Bulls 126-107 on Monday. All of Philadelphia’s starters scored at least 15 points as the 76ers shot a season-best 52.7% from the field.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Lindy's Sports / November 4
New-look Philadelphia 76ers living up to the hype and more

New-look Philadelphia 76ers living up to the hype and more

With a 7-1 record to open up the 2026-27 NBA season, the Philadelphia 76ers currently sit alone in first place in the Eastern Conference. Given how much hype the team has heading into the season due to its blockbuster free-agent moves and trades, there was a magnifying glass entering this year on everything the Sixers were doing.

Labaron Philon News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4
76ers Just Helped Confirm an Early Labaron Philon Jr. Suspicion

76ers Just Helped Confirm an Early Labaron Philon Jr. Suspicion

Back during Summer League in July, shortly after the Philadelphia 76ers had selected guard Labaron Philon Jr. in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, head coach Nick Nurse stated that he expected for the rookie guard to be a fixture in Philadelphia's rotation during the regular season.

Jaylen Brown News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4
Jaylen Brown reveals who is truly taking charge for the 76ers

Jaylen Brown reveals who is truly taking charge for the 76ers

Jaylen Brown knows who is running the show for the Philadelphia 76ers, and it’s not him or fellow Sixers newcomer LeBron James. In Brown’s view, Tyrese Maxey is the one leading the way for the surging 76ers.

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The 'NBA Most Improved Players' quiz

The 'NBA Most Improved Players' quiz

How many NBA players who have won the Most Improved Player Award can you name in five minutes?

Joel Embiid News / Athlon Sports / November 3
Joel Embiid lost his brother Arthur at 13; he's pledged $1 million to Philadelphia youth nonprofits

Joel Embiid lost his brother Arthur at 13; he's pledged $1 million to Philadelphia youth nonprofits

Joel Embiid’s philanthropy in Philadelphia carries a family story that began far from basketball. His younger brother, Arthur, died in a car accident in Cameroon in 2014, at age 13.

VJ Edgecombe News / Fadeaway World / November 3
VJ Edgecombe Refuses To Become A ‘Cancer’ For 76ers Over Lack of Shot Attempts

VJ Edgecombe Refuses To Become A ‘Cancer’ For 76ers Over Lack of Shot Attempts

VJ Edgecombe is clearly putting the Philadelphia 76ers‘ championship hopes ahead of his shot count. After the arrivals of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / November 3
LeBron James gets comfortable as Sixers win fourth straight

LeBron James gets comfortable as Sixers win fourth straight

Monday night was only LeBron James' sixth game in a Philadelphia 76ers jersey. He seems extremely comfortable in his new home.

Tipping off: NBA dealing with slew of injuries, big week ahead for Heat
The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz
Tyrese Maxey News / Field Level Media / November 2
Tyrese Maxey helps hot 76ers knock off Bulls

Tyrese Maxey helps hot 76ers knock off Bulls

Tyrese Maxey scored 15 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter and dished out 11 assists to highlight the Philadelphia 76ers' 126-107 victory over the visiting Chicago Bulls on Monday.

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