"Joel Embiid's MVP Quest Derailed by Knee Injury"

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Draymond Green expressed frustration over the NBA's new rule requiring players to play at least 20 minutes in 65 games to qualify for awards like MVP and All-NBA honors, suggesting that Joel Embiid's decision to play through injury may have been influenced by this rule. Green believes the rule puts players in harm's way and questions its fairness, especially in cases where players are dealing with existing injuries. Embiid's injury status remains uncertain, raising concerns about his MVP eligibility.
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