Tag: Ben Simmons

The Philadelphia 76ers should continue to be patient when it comes to the Ben Simmons trade market. Taking Jerami Grant as a centerpiece in a Simmons return is simply not good enough.

Embed from Getty Images By Michael Lipinski, Sports Talk Philly Contributor The Sixers-Ben Simmons situation is careening further out of…

The 76ers’ struggles have been exposed through the first five games of the 2021-22 regular season. However, there are still signs of hope and optimism that the team can turn it around.

After a 2-2 start, here are 3 observations from the Philadelphia 76ers’ first four games of the 2021-22 season.

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Embed from Getty Images By Michael Lipinski, Sports Talk Philly Contributor ESPN’s Ramona Shelbourne is reporting that embattled star Ben…

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General manager Elton Brand spoke to the media on Tuesday afternoon about the state of the 76ers as they head into a crucial offseason.

Firing Brett Brown was only the first step the 76ers needed to take this offseason in order to recover and become a championship contender.

The Philadelphia 76ers will be taking on their division rival, the Boston Celtics, in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

Despite losing 125-121 to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, there are some reasons for optimism as the 76ers gear up for the playoffs.

The Philadelphia 76ers dropped their opening seeding game, 127-121, to the Indiana Pacers on Saturday. TJ Warren scored a career-high 53 points for Indiana.

The 76ers have been working on a new lineup throughout their first handful of practices down in Orlando.

Tobias Harris stepped into a leadership role for the 76ers during quarantine, leading Zoom calls and group texts to both keep the team in touch and work on improving chemistry.

Brodes & D.Rey get into Allen Iverson’s birthday as he turns 45. Was he more impactful to the game of basketball or to culture? Also, it’s time to start talking about the Xs and Os of hoops now that the “NBA is back!” How does Ben Simmons’ injury factor into the Sixers’ run? Will Al Horford come off the bench? Will Mike Scott play center at any point? All that and more on this episode of Processed!

Brodes & D.Rey discuss the protests going on in the world along with the NBA coming back with a proposal approved by the NBA Board of Governors!

94.1 WIP is putting to rest a few debates this week and I believe it’s a genius strategy for a time like this. In this podcast, I look at Sam Hinkie’s tenure with the Philadelphia Sixers and voice my opinion on if I believe he did a great job or not. Spoiler alert, he did a FANTASTIC job. Acquiring superstar talent to get out of the 8th seed. Bravo Sam, that’s EXACTLY what you did! Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid are pieces to build around for years to come. 50+ win seasons and consistent playoff runs. That’s what the goal of the process was. It’s not about “winning the championship or it’s a failure.” That’s silly. It’s about having a chance to win it.

Brodes & D.Rey break down Brett Brown’s press conference and what Larry Brown said about Joel Embiid. Ben Simmons was throwing up due to back pain? Can Joel Embiid become the next Michael Jordan? There is so much to dive into on this episode of Processed!

In regards to Ben Simmons and his back injury, we are all hoping for the best-case scenario.

With uncertainty surrounding the length of Ben Simmons’ absence, the Sixers will have to attempt to make up the production that he provides. Considering the recent tear that Simmons has been on in recent weeks, that will be no easy task.

Whether it be making Carson Wentz out to be an arrogant character or trying to put a wedge between Ben Simmons & Joel Embiid, there’s always a journalist trying to make something out of nothing.

Scott Cashin breaks down the first quarter of the 76ers season while also taking a look at what is ahead for the team.

The 76ers, one of the biggest teams in the league, have not been as dominant inside as everyone thought they would be so far this season.

Is head coach Brett Brown playing Ben Simmons too many minutes this season?

Ben Simmons needs to become more aggressive with the ball in his hands if he is to increase his points per game this season.

Right after Carson Wentz recorded the worst game we’ve seen from him in awhile, Joel Embiid did him one better and went scoreless in a game for the first time in his career. How will the Eagles & Sixers rebound with their respective franchise cornerstones? Tune in as Victor Williams & Ryan Rothstein break down the poor performances and give their analysis on the teams moving forward.

76ers fans need to be patient and not hit the panic button this early into the season.

Are the Philadelphia 76ers dying by the 3-point shot this season?

Are more post-ups the answer for a struggling 76ers offense early in the season?