Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is in hot water after an incident with a reporter. The NBA is investigating reports that Embiid pushed Marcus Hayes, a columnist from the Philadelphia Inquirer, following a game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The confrontation happened when reporters entered the locker room. Hayes had written a column criticizing Embiid's preparation for the season and mentioned Embiid's late brother and son. Embiid didn't take it lightly.

Embiid reportedly said, “The next time you bring up my dead brother and my son again, you are going to see what I’m going to do to you and I’m going to have to … live with the consequences. ” The situation escalated when Hayes apologized but Embiid didn't accept it. Things got heated, and Embiid pushed Hayes on the shoulder. A team official had to step in to separate them.

This isn't the first time Embiid's absences have been a topic of discussion. Hayes highlighted Embiid's inconsistent conditioning and delayed season debut. Embiid hit back at the criticism, saying he's done a lot for the city and doesn't deserve such treatment. The 76ers have been fined in the past for statements that didn't match Embiid's health status. Embiid's contract extension worth $192. 9 million shows how valuable he is to the team.

Embiid and Reporter Clash: What Really Happened?

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