5 Reasons why Joel Embiid is a true unicorn

#4 He can score from mid-range

Embiid has the potential to prove that Morey Ball isn't the only way to go

Embiid converts 42.2% of his pull-up jumpers from mid-range. They account for 22.6% of all the shots he attempts — a sizeable margin. 3.6 attempts per game from mid-range territory by a big man his height, 7 ft 2 in, are essentially unguardable.

On open shots (defenders at a distance of 4 feet or more), Embiid is converting a steady 48.6% of his attempts. These shots comprise 19.8% of his total shot attempts.

Contrary to Daryl Morey's philosophy of eliminating mid-range shots, Embiid is proving that big men can shoot and make 2-point field goals at an efficient rate. Without this weapon in his arsenal, Embiid would be a much more predictable player and easier to guard on the offensive end of the floor.