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Joel Embiid was already the biggest villain to the Paris crowd in the Olympic basketball tournament, but he is prepared for the boos to rain down on him when Team USA plays France for the gold medal on Saturday.
Speaking to reporters after Friday's practice, Embiid said he's "going to enjoy" the fan reaction and won't be afraid to play into it.
"It's all about Team USA against France, but I know myself, I'm going to interact myself and I'm going to enjoy it," Embiid said. "They're going to boo me.