That latest Embiid expose (or hit piece?) certainly points to both parties wanting to part ways as soon as theoretically possible. Have to wonder if they've already mutually agreed to find any trade so long as he can suit up for a few games and look even remotely close to his 2023 self (he didn't last season). I mean, stuff like this about your franchise player doesn't get leaked to the media unless you're desperate to find an off-ramp:
"The organization was built around one guy who doesn't trust anyone and mostly keeps to himself," one former Sixers staffer said. When Embiid appeared in just 19 games last season, that isolation created organizational chaos.
Embiid's refusal to communicate about his injury status extended beyond the public to internal stakeholders. Players frequently arrived at work unaware whether their star would suit up. Coaches often learned Embiid's status during pregame warmups, sometimes less than an hour before tipoff.
"With Joel, even if there is a plan in place, you can't say anything about it," a second former team staffer said.
Woof.