Joel Embiid dedicates Boys and Girls Club court to late brother

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid is proving he's a big man both on and off the court.

He dedicated a basketball court for the Northeast Frankford Boys and Girls Club and it pays tribute to his late brother.

• Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid visits Frankford Boys & Girls Club

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Embiid teamed up with Under Armour Monday night to unveil the new Arthur Embiid Athletics Court.

It's in memory of Embiid's brother who passed away in a car accident at the age of 13.

Embiid surprised members of the boys and girls basketball teams from Imhotep Charter School, who got to test out the new sports space.
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"I'm excited to be here, giving back to you guys, giving back to the community, especially in the name of my brother," Embiid said.



The students also got a free pairs of sneakers.

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