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PHOENIX, ARIZONA – NOVEMBER 4: Joel Embiid #21 of Philadelphia 76ers talks to Tyrese Maxey #0 during a timeout in the game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on November 4, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the 76ers 118-116. NOTE TO USER: By downloading and/or using this photo, User expressly acknowledges and agrees to accept the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo: Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

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The emergency team meeting, which included Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey calling out center Joel Embiid for being late for “everything,” was blown out of proportion, former NBA guard Lou Williams said on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back” podcast he stated.

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. @TeamLou23 He got on the phone with “several” members of the 76ers who said the Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey situation was blown out of proportion.
“They were sitting next to each other while we were talking on the phone, laughing and giggling and having a good time.”#sixers pic.twitter.com/sWlummwvMq

“From what I understand, they had a conversation about accountability, they’re just keeping everyone in check, you know?” Williams said in part. “And sometimes you have to have that as a team to make sure we’re all on the same page.”

Williams also added: “It wasn’t as much as Tyrese Maxey challenging Joel Embiid, as stated.”

ESPN’s Shams Charania It has been reported on this issue before The Pat McAfee Show It was announced that the 76ers held a 90-minute meeting following their 106-89 loss to the Miami Heat on Monday.

Maxey reportedly called out Embiid and “challenged” him to arrive on time for team activities going forward, noting how his behavior “impacted the locker room, from other players to the coaching staff,” according to Charania.

The 2-11 76ers currently have the NBA’s worst record, tied with the Washington Wizards.

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