Joel Embiid Faces Backlash for Opting Team USA Over France in Paris Olympics

Frederic Weis criticizes Joel Embiid for choosing to represent the U.S. at the Paris Olympics after obtaining French citizenship, citing lack of respect for France.

Frederic Weis, known for being dunked on in the 2000 Olympics, expresses disdain for Joel Embiid's decision to play for Team USA despite recently acquiring French citizenship.
Weis accuses Embiid of disrespecting France and mocks his decision by suggesting a ban from the French national team and the country.
Embiid, born in Cameroon and also a U.S. citizen, chose to play for Team USA citing family reasons, igniting controversy ahead of the Paris Games.
The issue has escalated with Weis publicly denouncing Embiid's actions on French radio, calling it a betrayal and a business decision.
Despite the controversy, Embiid is focused on his current NBA playoff campaign with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he is playing through a knee injury.