Joel Embiid's Holiday Cheer Brings Community Together, 'It's More Than Basketball'
As the Philadelphia 76ers' practice facility was transformed into a winter wonderland, Joel Embiid donned a throwback shirt that signaled he was ready to spread some holiday cheer. The crowd of students from Camden-area high schools erupted as Embiid emerged, surrounded by an array of games, basketball hoops, and decorations.
The event was just one of several community events hosted by the 76ers players and head coach Nick Nurse during the holiday season. On Wednesday, Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event distributed turkeys and dinner sides to local families at the Sixth Man Center in North Philadelphia.
On Thanksgiving Day, Kyle Lowry and Kelly Oubre Jr. held separate events to give back to their community. Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event provided 175 turkeys and dinner sides to families in need. Meanwhile, Oubre visited Cathedral Kitchen in Camden with his family, where they helped distribute 500 Thanksgiving meals.
In addition to these individual events, the team also came together for a Stars & Stripes Day of Service. Sixers staffers packed care kits for veterans and active military members unable to spend the holiday with their families.
According to Coach Nick Nurse, community involvement is crucial for players who are fortunate enough to be in positions where they can make a difference. "I think they need to do their part as well," he said. "They get tremendous support from this community, so they need to give back."
Players like Adem Bona and Jabari Walker took advantage of the opportunity to connect with team employees and ensure that everything was up and running smoothly behind the scenes.
Meanwhile, Paul George hosted eight families at SkyZone in Oaks for a Christmas celebration, providing gifts to the attendees. His event was just one of several community-focused initiatives by 76ers players during the holiday season.
When asked about his experience hosting the event, Embiid said, "I love giving back. Since I've had the opportunity to be in this position, that's always been a goal of mine and a dream of mine." He hopes that his story can inspire young kids to put in the work and trust their own process.
As the 76ers continue to spread holiday cheer throughout their community, it's clear that 'it's more than basketball' for these players. Their commitment to giving back is a testament to the positive impact they can have on the lives of those around them.
As the Philadelphia 76ers' practice facility was transformed into a winter wonderland, Joel Embiid donned a throwback shirt that signaled he was ready to spread some holiday cheer. The crowd of students from Camden-area high schools erupted as Embiid emerged, surrounded by an array of games, basketball hoops, and decorations.
The event was just one of several community events hosted by the 76ers players and head coach Nick Nurse during the holiday season. On Wednesday, Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event distributed turkeys and dinner sides to local families at the Sixth Man Center in North Philadelphia.
On Thanksgiving Day, Kyle Lowry and Kelly Oubre Jr. held separate events to give back to their community. Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event provided 175 turkeys and dinner sides to families in need. Meanwhile, Oubre visited Cathedral Kitchen in Camden with his family, where they helped distribute 500 Thanksgiving meals.
In addition to these individual events, the team also came together for a Stars & Stripes Day of Service. Sixers staffers packed care kits for veterans and active military members unable to spend the holiday with their families.
According to Coach Nick Nurse, community involvement is crucial for players who are fortunate enough to be in positions where they can make a difference. "I think they need to do their part as well," he said. "They get tremendous support from this community, so they need to give back."
Players like Adem Bona and Jabari Walker took advantage of the opportunity to connect with team employees and ensure that everything was up and running smoothly behind the scenes.
Meanwhile, Paul George hosted eight families at SkyZone in Oaks for a Christmas celebration, providing gifts to the attendees. His event was just one of several community-focused initiatives by 76ers players during the holiday season.
When asked about his experience hosting the event, Embiid said, "I love giving back. Since I've had the opportunity to be in this position, that's always been a goal of mine and a dream of mine." He hopes that his story can inspire young kids to put in the work and trust their own process.
As the 76ers continue to spread holiday cheer throughout their community, it's clear that 'it's more than basketball' for these players. Their commitment to giving back is a testament to the positive impact they can have on the lives of those around them.
. It's like, they're not just out there crushin' it on the court, but they're also givin' back to the community in a huge way 
. I mean, 500 Thanksgiving meals distributed by Kelly Oubre Jr. and 175 turkeys handed out by Lowry? That's some next-level stuff, fam! 
. It's heartwarming to see these players thinkin' about the people who are less fortunate than them.
. These guys are showin' us all what it means to be good citizens and give back to the community. Word. 
so i was reading about joel embiid and kyle lowry doing all these cool community events during the holidays 
So I was talking to someone close to the team and apparently it's not just about the fancy decorations 
They're making sure the behind-the-scenes staff is taken care of too 
The players are really getting it, they're not just donating for a PR stunt, they genuinely want to make a difference 
! And can we talk about Kyle Lowry and Kelly Oubre Jr.? They're just giving back in every single way possible 
. I love how Coach Nick Nurse is all about the community involvement too - it shows that these players aren't just about their game, they care about making a difference 
! What really gets me is that Joel Embiid wants to inspire young kids with his story... like, that's the most genuine thing I've seen in ages 
. It's just so heartwarming to see these athletes showin' they care. They're not just playin' for themselves, they're playin' for their community and makin' a positive impact on the world. That's what it's all about, fam! 
. Don't get me wrong, it's great that they're using their platform to help out the community, but let's be real, they're making bank off us fans while doing it 
. And what about the team's ownership? Are they putting in any of their own money or is this all just a PR stunt for the 76ers' brand 
? I want to see some actual depth of commitment here before I start believing the "community-first" narrative 
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I gotta say, I love seeing the 76ers doing all this stuff to give back to their community 
. It's amazing how sports can bring people together and make a real difference in someone's life. The way they're using their platform to help out families and veterans is really inspiring 
So Joel Embiid decided to turn his practice facility into a winter wonderland and give out free turkeys... because what's more intimidating than a 7'2" center in a Santa hat? 
But seriously, it's awesome that he's using his platform to bring the community together. I mean, who needs to be a unicorn or a superhero when you can just wear a throwback shirt and hand out holiday cheer? 
The fact that the team is making an effort to give back during the holiday season says a lot about their character, even if it's not exactly what you'd expect from NBA players. And let's be real, it's probably easier for them to just hand out free food and gifts than it would be to actually try to cook dinner yourself... 
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. Meanwhile, Joel Embiid's charity event brought some much-needed joy to the community 
. I mean, yeah sure, it's great that they're doing stuff for their community, but let's be real, they're only doing it to get some good press and make themselves sound like actual human beings with hearts of gold 
and coach nick nurse is totally right, community involvement is key for these players, they're so lucky to have a platform and it's their responsibility to use it for good 
! and it's awesome that the 76ers team is comin together to give back to their community, y'know? they're really showin people that it's not just about winnin games, but also about spreadin love n care. Kyle Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event was super generous too! 175 turkeys for families in need? that's amazing 
Lowry's "Thanksgiving Assist" event was particularly cool, I mean who wouldn't want turkey and dinner sides? 
Adem Bona and Jabari Walker are getting in on the action too, which is awesome to see!