Tyrese Haliburton mentioned his distinctive friendship with Joel Embiid on the IMPAULSIVE podcast. He famous that not many gamers within the NBA are shut with Embiid.
Haliburton defined that the 2 linked throughout the 2024 Olympic workforce expertise, which allowed him to construct relationships with a number of high gamers. He emphasised that Embiid not often reaches out to others, making their connection notable.
“Not many individuals are cool with Joel Embiid. I occur to be fairly cool with him. He really FaceTimed me the opposite day,” Haliburton mentioned, by way of HoopsHype. “You don’t name anyone. So he’s genuinely checking on me.”
Haliburton additionally described why Embiid retains most individuals at a distance. “He goes out. He’s a cool-ass dude. I feel he’s simply cautious of individuals,” he mentioned. “He doesn’t let a ton of individuals in.”
The Indiana Pacers star shared that their relationship extends to understanding in Los Angeles. Haliburton trains with the identical coach as Embiid, who often limits who can be a part of him within the gymnasium.
“He lets me keep. So I do know I’m in his good graces once I’m there,” Haliburton added.
Haliburton’s feedback present uncommon perception into the non-public facet of the NBA star. Whereas Embiid is thought for his on-court dominance, his off-court relationships are extra selective.
