Joel Embiid has been the Philadelphia 76ers' best player this season. But he's had knee issues, a game against Brooklyn and a game against Boston. Is it luck? Is it size? Is it going all out for the MVP and not pacing himself correctly to be ready for the playoffs? The single biggest reason for optimism that the Lakers have something going with this continuity is those three guys together are really good.
Zach discusses Joel Embiid's recent comments about his future in Philadelphia, and talks Lakers outlook with ESPN's Dave McMenamin. Then (52:51) ESPN's Michael Schwartz -- research guru and lifelong Suns fan -- joins to talk the revamped Suns title chances.
McMenamin
Embiid opening the door to leave Philly (1:05)
Embiid’s playoff history (14:17)
How good will the Lakers be? (20:16)
LeBron is returning (24:29)
We are not far off from seeing players make a million dollars per game (28:58)
Anthony Davis extension looming (35:27)
Starting five (40:26)
Offense needs to be better (45:15)
Schwartz (52:51)
Air of skepticism around Suns (56:23)
Should be a Top 3 offense (1:01:33)
Ayton is the key to the defense (1:06:51)
Starting lineup (1:13:08)
Are you excited about this all-in team? Do you miss the homegrown feel of Bridges and Johnson? (1:15:34)
Need more consistency from Ayton (1:17:50)
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