NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen joins Kevin O’Connor to break down the season’s hottest topics, from star player development to the reality of tanking in the league. Drew shares inside stories about working with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum and others and explains why self-belief can be both a gift and a curse for rising talent.

NBA trainer Drew Hanlen revealed the extent to which Joel Embiid has been forced to due to the consistent knee issues he has had.

A viral clip captured the whole incident and the trash talk between Joel Embiid and Dillon Brooks during the Suns vs. 76ers recent game.

The 76ers have struggled without Joel Embiid, which underscores how often the one-time NBA MVP has been in the lineup lately and how influential the center has been.

Tyrese Maxey is extremely pleased to see Joel Embiid happy and healthy with the 76ers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

The Rookie of the Year and Most Improved Player races are far from over, while the Knicks and Cavaliers face pressure to end the season.