A wild scene played during a match between Philadelphia 76ers And the San Antonio Spurs on Monday evening, with the participation of NBA stars Joel Embiid and Victor Wimpanyama.
Embiid was ejected with 2:59 left in the second quarter after arguing an offensive foul call. He charged right Through Wembanyamawhich was placed in the middle of the track. The NBA MVP got up and immediately argued with referee Jenna Schroder.
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Sixers' Joel Embiid argues with referee Gina Schroder as Kyle Lowry tackles, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
The seven-time All-Star was furious after being ejected from the game for only the second time in his career. He had to be stymied by teammate Kyle Lowry, head coach Nick Nurse and several assistant coaches.
Embiid has had a tough year.
Monday night's game against the Spurs was the eighth game he appeared in this season. He suffered a sore left knee, a three-game suspension for an altercation with a reporter, and a fractured sinus.
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The Sixers' Joel Embiid and the San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wimpanyama compete for the position, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
This was the second ejaculation of the night, although the first was later cancelled.
Schroder also ejected 76ers big man Andre Drummond for fouling Wembanyama. However, after the video was replayed, officials canceled the eviction.
The Sixers' Joel Embiid argues with referee Jenna Schroder, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
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Officials hit Wembanyama with a technical foul for a fumble, but officials overturned the technical foul after 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey had already shot a technical free throw. The point was also cancelled.
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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