Philadelphia 76ers
Joel
Embiid
Usage Spike. 14.2 FGA/game over the last 5 games. Elevated shot volume.
Action → Below baseline recently. Watch for trend reversal before acting.
INTELLIGENCE BRIEFING
SignalsSignals are derived from the last 5 games compared against a 30-game rolling baseline. Context factors in schedule, matchup, and usage.
14.2 FGA/game over the last 5 games. Elevated shot volume.
Marginal underperformance vs 30-game average
Full rest entering tonight and elevated shot volume lift the ceiling; below-average output run is the main drag.
PERFORMANCE RECORD
Last 5 appearancesWhat NLTS sees in this data
Usage Spike: 14.2 FGA/game over the last 5 games. Elevated shot volume. Last game PRA was -5.9 vs the 30-game baseline (38.1).
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Cold 22 hours ago-
Joel Embiid's recent performance reflects a concerning decline, averaging just 20.4 points, 4.8 assists, and 7 rebounds over his last five games, which is 5.9 points below his season average.
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The narrative surrounding his contract and the pressure on the Philadelphia 76ers to revitalize their roster could be impacting his on-court focus, as highlighted by recent media discussions.
Given his downward trend in production and the potential for increased scrutiny in a high-stakes matchup, fantasy managers should approach starting him with caution.
RECENT NEWS
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Chris Mannix’s NBA Notes: Joel Embiid’s Contract Albatross Weighing on 76ers’ ‘Fresh Start’
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Sports Illustrated14 May 2026 -
Lakers Question Causes Ex-NBA Big to Throw Shots at Luka Doncic, Joel Embiid
Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins answered a key Lakers question by throwing shots at Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid.
Heavy.14 May 2026
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