# Embiid Promises Defensive Focus After 76ers Win

> Joel Embiid vows to return as elite defender after 76ers beat Knicks.
- Title: Embiid Promises Defensive Focus After 76ers Win · Newsweek
- Summary: Joel Embiid vows to return as elite defender after 76ers beat Knicks. Joel Embiid committed to being an all-defensive player for the 76ers following their…
- Keywords: joel embiid, 76ers, nba, new york knicks, defensive play, season-opening game, Embiid, Promises, Defensive, Focus, Win, Newsweek
- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nba/joel-embiid-made-bold-promise-to-76ers-teammates-after-season-opening-win-12601351
- Author: Matt Audilet
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: joel embiid, 76ers, nba, new york knicks, defensive play, season-opening game
## 76ers Beat Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers defeated New York Knicks 106-100 in season opener.
## Embiid's Defensive Commitment
Embiid pledged to return as elite defensive player after game.
## Next Game Against Cavaliers
76ers face Cleveland Cavaliers in home opener Thursday night.
## Key takeaway

Joel Embiid committed to being an all-defensive player for the 76ers following their season-opening win against the Knicks.