In his latest Substack, Marc Stein said that the rumors linking Embiid to the Knicks are “strictly media chatter.” However, he also made it clear that things could change quickly.
If the 76ers’ ideas don’t materialize and it becomes clear they won’t be a top team in the Eastern Conference next season, then Embiid could be pursuing a trade. If he becomes available, the Knicks will be the overwhelming favorites to land him.