Sixers star Joel Embiid named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week winner.

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has had himself one hell of a week. The big fella put up some incredible numbers while guiding the Sixers to a 3-0 road trip while averaging 35 points, 12.7 rebounds, 5 assists and 3.3 blocks per game to help the Sixers move up in the standings.

As a new week begins, Philadelphia is in second place in the East and has won eight games in a row. Embiid has been the catalyst in these games, ensuring it comes out on top.

On Monday, Embiid was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis earned the award for the Western Conference.

Embiid and the Sixers have 12 games to go before the playoffs begin and they are looking to carry their play into the postseason and make a deep run.

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