Joel Embiid made his debut in the National Basketball League in Australia on Saturday night, and made an impact. The Philadelphia 76ers big man scored 21 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and blocked two shots in a 96-91 win over the Brisbane Bullets.
Embiid had a strong game all around, showing his versatility and range, hitting jump shots and driving to the basket. He also displayed his defensive prowess, making some big plays late in the game. Embiid was the star of the night, and the crowd was electric when he hit a three late in the fourth quarter.
It was Embiid's first professional game outside of the United States, and he played like a star. He showed why he's one of the best players in the world, and why he's a major part of the 76ers plans for the future. It's only one game, but it was a promising debut for Embiid in Australia.
