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Thinking Basketball

#240: Embiid vs. Giannis in 2024 | Great Debates

Dec 14, 2023
01:02:55

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Quick takeaways

  • Joel Embiid's offensive game requires defenses to throw more at him compared to Giannis, who struggles with mid-range shooting.
  • Giannis offers versatility on defense with his ability to switch, roam behind the play, and protect the rim, while Embiid excels as a rim protector with excellent presence and effort in the paint.

Deep dives

Janis vs Embiid offensive styles

Janis operates in short roll situations and can attack in multiple ways in the half court. Embiid has a diverse scoring package, excelling in mid-range jumpers and has a feathery soft touch from that position. Embiid's offensive game requires defenses to throw more at him compared to Janis, who struggles with mid-range shooting. Janis thrives in transition, while Embiid is more effective in the half court.

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