Joel Embiid's comments about Australian basketball sparked outrage down under on Tuesday. The Philadelphia 76ers star had told ESPN that Australia was "not a basketball country" and that it was "all about soccer and rugby". His comments were met with criticism from Australian basketball stars, including Ben Simmons, Patty Mills, and Andrew Bogut. Embiid later apologized for his remarks, saying he was "not trying to disrespect anyone". He added that he "loves Australia and respects the game of basketball there." The incident is a reminder of the importance of considering cultural sensitivities when interacting with international audiences.
