Nikola Jokić vs Joel Embiid
Nikola Jokić vs Joel Embiid: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Nikola Jokić and Joel Embiid?
The rivalry between Jokić and Embiid has been highlighted by their contrasting styles, with Jokić's finesse and passing ability often pitted against Embiid's dominant scoring and defense. Their matchups have become a focal point in discussions about the best centers in the league.
Nikola Jokić
Key numbers
- NBA PointsOver 12,000
- NBA ReboundsOver 7,000
- NBA AssistsOver 6,000
- Triple-DoublesMultiple
- NBA All-Star Appearances8
Top honours
- NBA Champion2023
- NBA Finals MVP2023
- NBA Most Valuable Player2020-21, 2021-22, 2023-24
- NBA All-Star8-time selection
- All-NBA Team8 selections, including 6 first-team selections
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Joel Embiid
Key numbers
- Career PointsOver 13,000
- Career ReboundsOver 6,000
- Career AssistsOver 2,500
- Career BlocksOver 1,500
Top honours
- NBA Most Valuable Player2023
- NBA All-Star7×
- NBA Scoring Champion2×
- All-NBA Team5×
- All-Defensive Team3×