Joel Embbid could play for the USA at the Olympics
Despite being a naturalized French citizen, Joel Embiid could skip Les Bleus for the 2024 Olympics. An American national, the Philadelphia pivot could defend the colors of the Star-Spangled Banner. The Yaoundé native has been contacted by the head of the American team for the Olympic tournament.
"I'll just give a simple answer, yes I've spoken to him," explained Grant Hill on SiriusXM radio on Thursday. He has several options. He's a great player. But he's also someone we've talked to about next summer, and we'll see. We'll see how it goes.
Will Joel Embiid play in the 2024 Olympics for Team USA?@TermineRadio & @JumpShot8 asked Hall of Famer & USA Basketball Managing Dir. Grant Hill if he’s had a conversation with 2023’s MVP? pic.twitter.com/QMokmeAwT9
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