Impact of Load Management on Joel Embiid’s Futures [Video]

When it comes to betting on Joel Embiid in the futures market, one of the biggest factors you need to consider is his load management. Embiid is undeniably one of the most dominant players in the NBA, but his history of injuries means the Philadelphia 76ers often rest him during the regular season to ensure he’s healthy for the playoffs.

He recently hinted that the team would rest him even more than usual this year to ensure that he’ll be ready for the playoffs, since winning a championship is his ultimate goal.

The NBA doesn’t like load management because it means its biggest stars aren’t on the floor on a nightly basis. It’s implemented several rules over the last few years to try and combat it, one of which states that players need to participate in at least 65 games in order to be eligible for postseason awards.

This has …