Embiid’s Doubts About USA Winning Gold: Reddit Reacts

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Joel Embiid recently shared doubts about the USA’s ability to win gold in basketball. His comments sparked a mix of reactions on Reddit.

[Marchese] Embiid on if he has any doubts USA will win the gold medal: "you also got to understand most of those guys are older. The LeBron now is not the LeBron that was a couple of years ago...I think people get fooled by the names on paper..now they’re older. They’re not what they used to be"
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Summary

  • Embiid questions USA’s chances due to older players.
  • Some users agree, citing aging stars like LeBron.
  • Others believe in the strength of Team USA’s lineup.
  • Reddit debates Embiid’s bold statements.

    • Reactions to Embiid’s Comments

    CP3sHamstring wonders if Embiid’s statement would sound better in context than as a headline. Jgreever3 compares LeBron’s enduring talent to Eminem’s lyrics, highlighting his continued impact on the court.

    CIark humorously imagines Embiid taking credit for a future Team USA victory. P5FMVP2030 asserts that LeBron is in better shape than Embiid.

    Exploring User Sentiments

    Some users like xyzyxzy express confusion over Embiid’s statements. MiserablePiccolo287 praises Embiid’s comments and hopes for a memorable playoff performance.

    Hovi_Bryant admires the potential of a Curry-LeBron duo, while jimmylamstudio speculates that Embiid may not want to participate. Stratewylin jokingly refers to themselves as overrated.

    User Critiques

    OrganicHunt952 suggests Embiid needs a PR person, implying his comments can be controversial. Ostrava84 draws parallels between Embiid’s situation and hypothetical scenarios involving older stars.