Joel Embiid adjusts to reduced role with 76ers in new offense

Joel Embiid is adapting to a new role with the Philadelphia 76ers as a secondary option following the arrivals of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. After a recent victory over the Chicago Bulls, Embiid expressed challenges in maintaining his scoring rhythm with fewer touches, stating his need to have the ball more often. Through seven games this season, he is averaging only 18.5 points, a career low, and has seen a decrease in shot attempts. Although he sat out the fourth quarter of the win against Chicago, he managed 15 points, eight rebounds, and three assists while navigating a minutes restriction. Embiid aims to adjust his playstyle while recovering from a foot injury.

• 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Joel Embiid admits he's struggling to adjust to new role with 76ers: 'I need to touch the ball'