Joel Embiid is currently playing in the matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 6, 2026. After being listed as questionable for playing in the game due to his right knee injury, Joel was cleared to play shortly before tip-off. As of the second quarter, he has been highly efficient, going 7-for-10 from the field, 2-for-2 on crucial assists, and 4-for-4 on free throws. Notably, the match is his team’s final regular-season meeting with the Lakers for the 2025-26 season, making it a thrilling bout. Amid the buzz around the game, here’s a look at Joel Embiid’s constant support in his gameplay and injury management, his wife, model, Anne de Paula.
How did Joel Embiid and Anne de Paul’s love story start?
Joel Embiid and Anne de Paula first met in 2018 at a dinner party in New York City hosted by a mutual friend. Anne noted that they didn’t interact much during the meal, and she initially had no idea he was a professional basketball player. She only realised his stature, and likely his profession, when the 7-foot-tall, Embiid finally stood up at the end of the night. Speaking with ESPN, Anne shared that they quickly bonded over common ground, including their love for soccer, their shared French language, and their experiences as immigrants pursuing their dreams in the U.S.
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