One of the world’s best players sees at least one bright spot in the Knicks’ future.
After matching up with Knicks rookie Mitchell Robinson on Wednesday night, 76ers All-Star Joel Embiid praised the unpolished 20-year-old, who had 14 points, a career-high 13 rebounds, and four blocks during Philadelphia’s 126-111 win.
“Obviously he can move really well,” Embiid, who finished with 26 points and 14 rebounds, told MSG Network following the game. “He has a lot of potential. He needs to work on his body, but he’s got a chance to be a good big man in this league.