ESPN analyst Zach Lowe compared Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid to former MLB pitcher Jamie Moyer, describing Embiid as a "junk baller" during a recent segment.
The comparison drew attention for its unusual cross-sport analogy, with Lowe suggesting Embiid's playing style resembles Moyer's crafty, low-velocity approach.
The remarks were made on November 10, 2026, sparking discussion among basketball fans and analysts.
