Joel Embiid has denied a report that LeBron James reprimanded him for arriving late to practice, Webthethao reports. Speaking after Philadelphia’s preseason game, Embiid said the incident never happened and urged the team to focus on its shared objectives. The article says James had also rejected the account and broadcaster Mike Breen apologised after relaying it on air. The new development is Embiid’s response; the disputed story does not establish an internal conflict.