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Joel Embiid was his best when Team USA needed him most. He can carry the Sixers in the same way.

In a thrilling semifinal win against Serbia at the Olympics, Embiid handled himself as well as anyone not named Steph Curry. This could be the start of a new phase in Embiid's career.

Joel Embiid embraces Stephen Curry after the U.S. team's stirring semifinal win against Serbia.
Joel Embiid embraces Stephen Curry after the U.S. team's stirring semifinal win against Serbia.Read moreMark J. Terrill / AP
    by Mike Sielski | Columnist
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