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Joel Embiid named to NBA All-Defensive Second Team

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid has been named to the NBA’s All-Defensive Second Team for the second consecutive season

A well-deserved honor. Embiid is the cornerstone of the Sixers’ defense, and his impact is palpable when he’s off the court just as much as when he is on the court. He finished the season averaging

Joining Embiid on the All-Defensive Second Team is Jrue Holiday (Guard, New Orleans Pelicans), Klay Thompson (Guard, Golden State Warriors), Draymond Green (Forward, Golden State Warriors), and Kawhi Leonard (Forward, Toronto Raptors).