“He’s crazy for even attempting that” – Joel Embiid’s DANGEROUS STUNT leaves NBA Twitter concerned about his well-being

Joel Embiid shows off his soccer skills in a viral video, but some fans worry about his health and recovery.

“He’s crazy for even attempting that” – Joel Embiid’s DANGEROUS STUNT leaves NBA Twitter concerned about his well-being

Joel Embiid plays soccer with the kids in Cameroon, tries to score with a bicycle kick

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is not afraid to try new things on and off the court. In a video (from 2018) that resurfaced on social media, where he was spotted playing soccer with kids in Cameroon, he showcased his soccer skills by attempting a bicycle kick, a daring move that requires flipping in the air and hitting the ball with your feet.

Embiid’s soccer roots shine through in his bicycle kick. The 76ers star grew up playing the beautiful game in Cameroon, where he admired Ronaldinho and scored goals as a striker. He was four years old when he first kicked a ball, and he never lost his passion for it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-23N6yDjBes

He only switched to basketball at 15, when a scout saw his potential and persuaded him to chase his NBA dream. He left his home country and moved to the U.S., where he developed into a dominant big man. He was selected by the 76ers with the third pick in the 2014 draft.

Soccer is more than just a hobby for Embiid. The Cameroonian big man loves to show off his skills with the ball, whether it’s playing with kids in his home country, juggling it on the hardwood after a Sixers win, or kicking it around with fellow NBA stars like Clint Capela and Giannis Antetokounmpo. He even boasts that he is the best soccer player in the league, and that he could have made it as a pro if he had not pursued basketball.

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NBA Twitter concerned about Joel Embiid’s well-being

NBA MVP 2022-23 season Sixers' Joel Embiid
NBA MVP 2022-23 season Sixers’ Joel Embiid (Via Getty Images)

Some of them were impressed by Embiid’s athleticism and coordination, while others were worried about his health and safety. Embiid has a history of injuries that have limited his availability and performance in the past.

Here are some of the reactions from Twitter:

https://twitter.com/J_T1103/status/1669520712388997120?s=20
https://twitter.com/GooberMcGavin/status/1669598166910644224?s=20

Embiid’s love for soccer is evident in his dazzling footwork and agility on the court, but it also exposes him to potential harm. While some fans admire his fearless and versatile personality, others urge him to be more cautious and prioritize his basketball career. Embiid is one of the league’s most gifted and charismatic stars, but he also has to remain fit and reliable if he wants to carry the 76ers to a title.

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