Tag: Joel Embiid

Georges Niang played a key role in the Sixers’ 123-120 win over the Bucks. He has been an underrated addition to the team’s roster this season.

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks 123-120. Here are three observations from the win:

James Harden is embracing a leadership role for the Sixers in their quest to win a championship this season.

Three observations from the Sixers’ 103-93 win over the Cavaliers

Three observations from the Sixers’ 100-87 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Everything you need to know about the impacts of the blockbuster trade

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Phoenix Suns 114-109. Here are three observations both from the loss and the latest trade news and rumors.

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-108 to snap a two-game losing streak. Here are three observations:

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Dallas Mavericks 107-98. The Sixers had no answer for Dallas’ zone defense, which would go on to cost them the game. More in 3 observations:

Shams Charania’s latest report is a bombshell. The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly open to trading superstar James Harden to the Sixers before the trade deadline.

Tyrese Maxey has been on a tear for the Sixers over the past couple weeks. Outside of Embiid’s MVP play on a nightly basis, Maxey’s performance has been the team’s biggest bright spot this season.

The Philadelphia 76ers end their home stand 4-1 with a 106-103 loss to the Washington Wizards.

Tobias Harris went through a resurgence for the Sixers in the month of January. His improved play came as a result of his improved confidence and quick decision making out on the floor.

The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 122-119 in overtime. Here are three observations from the win:

Joel Embiid’s second-half dominance led the Sixers to a comeback victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night.

Can the Sixers avoid the play-in tournament and make noise in the NBA Playoffs or will it be another early exit for the team and another wasted year for Embiid?

With the trade deadline looming just over two weeks away, a huge question weighs over the Philadelphia 76ers’ front office: Pull the trigger on a Simmons deal now or wait until the offseason and go after James Harden.

Should the loss to the Clippers be a sign of concern?

Daryl Morey did an interview with Mike Missanelli on 97.5 The Fanatic. He spoke about the plethora of different trade options for the Sixers leading into the deadline.

Breaking down the latest rumors surrounding Ben Simmons and the Sacramento Kings. Should the Sixers be interested in a trade with the Kings?

The Philadelphia 76ers’ struggles against zone defense and their sloppy play resulted in them falling to the Charlotte Hornets 109-98.

Andre Drummond is excelling off the bench in the smaller role the Sixers are asking from him.

But the Sixers have started 2022 with seven straight victories.  What is behind this calendar year winning streak?

The Atlanta Hawks have emerged as the latest suitor in the Ben Simmons trade sweepstakes. Is John Collins a good fit on the Sixers?

Tobias Harris finding his rhythm, the Embiid-Drummond lineup and more in our latest 76ers observations.

Joel Embiid, despite finishing second in the MVP vote last season, has continued to add new wrinkles to his game on the floor on his way to helping the 76ers stay in contention at the top of the Eastern Conference.

The Sixers and Tobias Harris are caught between a rock and hard place. The team needs to improve without giving up any of their young core players, they don’t want to waste away Embiid’s prime years,

With Tyrese Maxey likely to miss a few games on the NBA’s health and safety protocols, the 76ers will have to dig deeper into the point guard by committee approach they have been using all season.

Should Doc Rivers be on the hot seat? What is the team’s true potential – with the Ben Simmons situation still looming – for both this season and in the future?