‘Put Jokic in…’ NBA fans furious as Bleacher Report name Joel Embiid in their ‘All-Overpaid’ lineup

NBA fans have expressed their frustration with Bleacher Report for naming Joel Embiid as the starting center on their "All-Overpaid" lineup for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The NBA publication released a controversial feature predicting which players they believe are overpaid heading into the new season. However, Embiid's inclusion has sparked outrage among fans who feel he is being unfairly criticized.

Embiid, who is set to earn nearly $60 million this season, is one of the highest-paid players in the league. Despite his high salary, fans argue that Embiid's accolades and performances do not justify his place on the list. One fan criticized Bleacher Report's approach, stating that the outlet's "lazy" inclusion of Embiid is just part of a trend to generate engagement and clicks.

Another fan expressed disappointment in modern sports discourse, questioning why such lists are being created for the sake of attention. Some fans suggested Embiid should be replaced with his former rival, Jokic, who is rumored to be making $70 million this season without being able to outplay Ayo Dosunmu. Embiid, who was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) just a few years ago, has faced injury issues in recent seasons, missing several games due to his frailty.

However, his talent and recent strong playoff performances cannot be denied. Despite his struggles, Embiid is expected to be a key player for the 76ers this season, especially with the addition of superstar teammates like LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Maxey.