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After the loss to Toronto, let's fast forward to the end of November. A lot happened inside the Kings' locker room. The excellent atmosphere has returned as the Kings have won 7 of 12 games this month and have a 7-10 record.
Unfortunately, Bagley was injured, but Hector seized the opportunity and gained playing time with his good performances. Hector has progressed since his draft in all aspects. Thanks to the system, he changed his shooting mechanics, which looks more and more like the perfect bow for someone his size. He became more consistent during free throws and shots in general.
His skills in the position are also developing, but they are only sometimes used in matches because he is not the engine of the attack. Some systems are designed for him but are used depending on the situation. He also has enough strength to no longer be ridiculous against other big men but not yet enough to physically dominate a match.
All this will show in the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on November 28.
Philadelphia is a good team. They had a very dark time between 2013 and 2016, but fans should thank this GM from the future because he brought back two players on his carnage. Ben Simons is a 2.08m leader from Australia, but he is not the real problem. Let's talk about the purpose of the Process.
Joel Embiid is the real deal, potentially a dominant pivot who has already shown signs of dominance. If we had to draw up a list of the best centers, he is probably in the top 3, not third.
His large size makes him effective in defense, and his mobility is a strong point in attack. In addition, his 3-point shooting is effective for a pivot. He is endowed with power and an excellent skill at the post. Before the 2014 NBA Draft, he was compared to Hakeem Olajuwon and Tim Duncan. Who is stronger between him and the Denver monster is not the question.
This is the monster Hector must challenge. The mountain is there; to be the best at his position, you must have the recognition of the best in their position. He was nicknamed The Process. Joel Embiid averaged 27.5 points, 13.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 64 games in 2018-19. He was selected to play in his second All-Star game. Needless to say.
Philadelphia, PA
The incumbents of each team are:
Kings: PG Joseph, SG Hield, SF Barnes, PF Bjelica, C Holmes
76ers: PG Simons, SG Richardson, SF Harris, PF Horford, C Embiid
The game began, and Embiid, on the first play after a missed shot by Simons, took the offensive rebound and made a dunk. Horford blocks a shot from Bjelica, and Embiid takes the rebound and goes up the ball. He goes to the post-up with Holmes on his back, and after a backdown, he makes a fadeaway from the free throw lane. 0-4!
Embiid, since the beginning of the game, is unstoppable at the rebound. Before his exit, he will take 6, including two offensives. The 76ers will lead 4-13. Hield will put a 3PT in the wake, but Horford will put two shots at the low post. When the cat is not there, the mice dance, as we said.
Wharton took a timeout. He brings out Joseph, Holmes, and Bjelica. Hector, James, and Bogdanovic remove their shirts and come into play.
When Hector enters the court, it is 7-17 for Philadelphia.
Shortly after that, Embiid returned to the field. It's 12-21, and there's 3:34 left on the clock.
Hector misses at 3PT; Embiid takes the rebound and challenges Hector to the post-up. Hector can't let him do it, but Embiid feints penetration and steps back. 12-23
Barnes makes a jump shot on pick and roll, taking advantage of Hector's screen.
In the last minute, Embiid affronted Hector again, this time at the low post, he managed to push Hector back down, but Hector took advantage of his wingspan to bother Embiid in his hook shot attempt. Hector, in return, had a chance to hit a shot, but Embiid defended well, and the first quarter ended with an 18-25 score for the Sixers.
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