EPISODE · Aug 8, 2026 · 1 MIN
Big Contracts, Big Questions | Philadelphia 76ers News
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Joel Embiid’s massive new contract is sparking fire, but it’s not shocking—after all, he’s commanding nearly $58M his first year, climbing to over $62M the next, and could hit $67M in his final season. Despite missing most of the last two seasons due to injury, when he’s on the floor, he’s averaging 27 points and 7 rebounds. The Sixers are betting big on his health and dominance. Meanwhile, other big men like Sabonis ($45M+) and Poeltl ($20M) are also facing scrutiny for their paychecks, with critics questioning if stats alone justify such salaries. But for championship contenders, these moves are about building a title-caliber roster—even if it means taking heat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1733427ded620fb3
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