Philadelphia 76ers’ and NBA All-Star Joel Embiid announced as HyperX Brand Ambassador

Parent company Kingston Technology announced today it has made Joel Embiid HyperX Brand Ambassador.

Embiid is the current starting Center for the Philadelphia 76ers and an avid gamer. He was also recently named as a starting player for the Eastern Conference in the 2018 NBA All-Star game. Despite already being an NBA All-Star and starter, having Joel Embiid HyperX Brand Ambassador on his resume is a huge thrill.[perfectpullquote align=”full” bordertop=”false” cite=”When I’m not playing basketball, I’m gaming. HyperX headsets are extremely comfortable and the audio quality is amazing. They help me do what I love to do, win – Joel Embiid HyperX Brand Ambassador” link=”” color=”” class=”” size=””][/perfectpullquote]

With the signing of Embiied as Brand Ambassador, HyperX becomes the first company to be officially linked with Team Dignitas and the Philadelphia 76ers.

Team Dignitas is an international esports organisation and team who is owned by the Philadelphia 76ers. HyperX is a partner to Team Dignitas and with Joel Embiid HyperX Brand Ambassador, all three organisations are linked.

HyperX said of the partnership with Embiid, “Skilled as a pro basketball player and recognised as an esports social media star, HyperX welcomes Joel to the HyperX family as a brand ambassador for gaming. We’re looking forward to including Joel in our activities in 2018.”

Leo Stevenson
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