Julius Erving Discusses Building a Winning Team Around Joel Embiid: “Blaming Physical Limitations Isn’t an Excuse”

In a recent discussion on Sirius XM, Justin Termine raised an intriguing question: “Is it possible to build a lasting, championship-caliber team around Joel Embiid as your cornerstone?” Julius Erving responded thoughtfully, highlighting the challenge, “Well, if he continues to play only about a third of the games, that’s going to be tough. And considering Joel just signed a new contract, it adds another layer of complexity.” Erving emphasizes that while it’s easy to attribute setbacks to physical limitations, using that as a blanket excuse doesn’t cut it. “When you’re leading an organization and aiming for championships, you need to inspire and bring out the best in your team. Finding a way forward is essential,” he added.