Tag: Joel Embiid
Instant Observations: Joel Embiid Struggles in Season Debut, 76ers Fall to Knicks in NBA Cup Matchup
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid struggled mightily in his season debut. The 76ers were unable to overcome his poor night, falling to the Knicks in NBA Cup group play.
Read more »Report: Tyrese Maxey to Miss Multiple Weeks After Injuring Hamstring Against Clippers
| Leave a CommentThe injuries just keep piling up for the Sixers. Tyrese Maxey is set to miss a few weeks with a right hamstring injury.
Read more »NBA Suspends Joel Embiid for 3 Games After Altercation With Columnist
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid is getting suspended for three games by the league after he got into a physical altercation with Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes.
Read more »Instant Observations: Maxey’s Poor Start to Season Continues as 76ers Fall to Shorthanded Raptors
| Leave a CommentTyrese Maxey’s poor shooting continued, leading the 76ers to suffer a humiliating loss to a heavily shorthanded Raptors squad.
Read more »Instant Observations: Shorthanded 76ers Get Demolished in Opening Night Contest to Bucks
| Leave a CommentTyrese Maxey struggled as the 76ers, missing Joel Embiid and Paul George, dropped their opening night contest to the Bucks 124-109.
Read more »76ers Notes: Embiid’s Preseason Absence, George Makes 76ers Debut and Other Preseason Observations
/ | Leave a CommentIn the latest edition of “76ers Notes,” we discuss Embiid missing the entire preseason, George’s debut, Yabusele’s fit at center and much more.
Read more »76ers Notes: Embiid Slimming Down, Maxey’s Leadership Growth and Other Training Camp Takeaways
/ | Leave a CommentJoel Embiid slimming down and Tyrese Maxey’s leadership growth headline the takeaways from the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day and training camp.
Read more »Joel Embiid Signs 3-Year Max Contract Extension with 76ers
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid’s three-year max extension ensures he will remain with the Sixers for the foreseeable future. Will he be able to lead them to a championship?
Read more »76ers Notes: Embiid’s First Olympics Experience, NBA Schedule Leaks
| Leave a CommentRecapping Joel Embiid’s performance in the 2024 Olympic Games, whether his teammate will join him in 2028 and more.
Read more »Ricky Council IV is ready to help the Philadelphia 76ers compete for a title in Year Two
| Leave a CommentDespite going undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft, Ricky Council IV was able to find semi-consistent playing time for…
Read more »Flyers: Michkov Brings New Hope to Franchise’s New Era
| Leave a CommentMatvei Michkov officially landed in the United States on Tuesday. His tangible arrival brings a feeling of new hope to the Flyers new era.
Read more »Report: Embiid Commits to Play for Team USA in 2024 Paris Olympics
/ | Leave a CommentAccording to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, Joel Embiid has committed to playing for Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Read more »Report: 76ers’ Star Tyrese Maxey Agrees in Principal to 5-Year Max Contract Extension
| Leave a CommentTyrese Maxey developed into a bonafide star for the 76ers last season. The team is now rewarding him with a five-year, $204 million max extension.
Read more »Despite Questions About Size, McCain’s Outside Shooting Enough to Prompt 76ers Selection
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers selected Duke guard Jared McCain with the 16th overall pick in the NBA Draft. Diving into his skillset and how he fits in Philly.
Read more »NBA Draft: Bigs 76ers Should Target at Pick 16
| Leave a CommentBackup center has been a major problem for the 76ers over the past handful of seasons. Breaking down potential bigs Philly could take with the 16th pick.
Read more »76ers Stay or Go: Philadelphia Should Do Everything Possible to Bring Back Veteran Nic Batum
/ | Leave a CommentIf Nic Batum elects to continue his career for another season, the 76ers should do everything in their power to retain the veteran forward’s services.
Read more »76ers Stay or Go: Did Buddy Hield Do Enough Last Season to Remain in Philadelphia?
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers should consider re-signing sharpshooter Buddy Hield. However, their pursuits at adding another star this offseason complicates Hield’s free agency.
Read more »Does a Butler-Philly Reunion Make Sense for 76ers?
| Leave a CommentJimmy Butler, despite being 34 years old, remains a top player in the NBA. Should the 76ers be interested in acquiring him from the Heat this offseason?
Read more »Despite Stinging End of Season, 76ers Possess Positive Outlook on Future
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers fell short once again in the postseason. However, they enter the offseason with a lot of reason to be excited about the future.
Read more »Instant Observations: 76ers’ Season Ends After 118-115 Loss to Knicks in Game 6
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid fought hard in Game 6, but his efforts were not enough to extend the 76ers’ season as they fell to the Knicks 118-115.
Read more »Instant Observations: Maxey Saves 76ers’ Season With 46-Point Performance in Game 5 OT Win Over Knicks
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers live to see another day, beating the Knicks 112-106 in overtime in Game 5 behind Tyrese Maxey’s heroic night.
Read more »Instant Observations: Poor Offense, Lack of Rebounding Effort Doom 76ers in Game 4 Loss to Knicks
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers were doomed in Game 4 by poor rebounding and some brutal late-game offense. They are now down 3-1 in their first round series against the Knicks.
Read more »Despite All the Injuries, Embiid Continues to Battle and Give 76ers Life Against Knicks
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid is playing through a sore left knee and Bell’s palsy. Despite his multiple ailments, he is continuing to produce at an MVP level against NYK.
Read more »How One Play Unlocked The Sixers’ Offense In Game 3
| Leave a CommentEarly in the first quarter of Thursday’s Game 3 between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers, Kyle Lowry stood…
Read more »Instant Observations: 76ers Defeat Knicks in Game 3 Behind Embiid’s Postseason Career-High 50 Points
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid scored a postseason career-high 50 points to lead the 76ers to a 125-114 win over the Knicks in Game 3 on Thursday night.
Read more »Instant Observations: 76ers Collapse In Final Minute, Suffer Backbreaking Loss to Knicks in Game 2
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers coughed up a five-point lead with less than a minute remaining, falling to the Knicks 104-101. They are now down 2-0 in the first round series.
Read more »Previewing the 76ers-Heat Play-In Game Matchup
/ | Leave a CommentA comprehensive preview, including team stats, an injury report and things to watch, of the play-in matchup between the 76ers and Heat.
Read more »Instant Observations: Embiid Has Injury Scare, 76ers Fall to Knicks in Game 1
/ | Leave a CommentJoel Embiid had an injury scare to his left knee and the 76ers were demolished on the glass in their 111-104 loss the Knicks in Game 1.
Read more »2024 NBA Playoffs: 76ers-Knicks First Round Series Preview
| Leave a CommentEmbiid’s health, Nurse experimenting with different lineups and more in this detailed preview of the first round series between the 76ers and Knicks.
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