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#3 Joel Embiid
Speaking of injuries. Joel has easily become one of the most liked players by fans in the league, with his vibrant and hilarious personality. Some of his comments and tweets hide how talented he actually is. When healthy, Embiid could be the best centre in the league. This past season, he averaged 23 points, 11 rebounds, and close to 2 blocks a game.
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Joel is able to score in many different ways while also being a strong presence on defence. He was a candidate for defensive player of the year but ultimately lost to Rudy Gobert. He has shown that he and Simmons could be the centrepieces that bring the 76ers to the NBA finals, but the key is his health.
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Embiid could become the number one player on this list if he becomes less injury prone and is able to play more than 63 games in a season. He's only 24 and will be a force for years to come.
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