Joel Embiid Breaks 76ers' Scoring Record with 70-Point Game
Embiid's Historic Performance in Jeopardy Due to NBA's New Eligibility Rule for Major Awards
- Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers scored 70 points in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, breaking the 76ers' franchise record for points in a single game previously held by Wilt Chamberlain.
- Embiid's performance also included 18 rebounds and five assists, making him the first player in NBA history to achieve such a combination in a game.
- Despite his historic performance, Embiid's eligibility for the MVP award is uncertain due to a new NBA rule requiring players to participate in at least 65 games to be eligible for major awards. Embiid has already missed 11 games this season.
- Embiid's scoring rate of 38.0 points per 36 minutes, if maintained, would be the highest average for a season in league history.
- Embiid's performance was praised for its balance between scoring and playmaking, with the player himself attributing his success to his teammates' unselfishness.
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