Joel Embiid nearly won the MVP race last season. He’s leaving little doubt about his ability to contend for the honor this year. The big man out of Kansas is averaging 29 points, 10.8 rebounds and 4.3 assists for the Philadelphia 76ers and has five straight games with more points than minutes played. He’ll look to keep that streak rolling against the Los Angeles Lakers (+2.5) on Thursday.
USA Today’s Jeff Zillgitt joins On Site to break down the marquee matchup.
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