Tag: Miami Heat
Report: 76ers Connected to Pair of Heat Forwards in Free Agency
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers need cheap, productive role players to fill out their rotation. On Wednesday, they were connected to both Caleb Martin and Haywood Highsmith.
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 »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: Nic Batum Leads 76ers to Comeback Play-In Victory Over Heat
| Leave a CommentNic Batum scored a season-high 20 points to help the 76ers in their comeback 105-104 win over the Heat. The 76ers will face the Knicks in the first round.
Read more »76ers to Remain Play-In Team Despite Taking Care of Business Against Nets
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers took care of business against the Nets, but did not receive the necessary help from around the league to avoid the play-in tournament.
Read more »Instant Observations: Maxey’s Fantastic Night Leads 76ers to Massive Win Over Heat
| Leave a CommentBehind Tyrese Maxey’s 37-point night, the 76ers grabbed a massive 109-105 win over the Heat. They now sit just a half game behind Miami in the standings.
Read more »Instant Observations: 76ers Survive Heat Comeback Attempt, Grab Second Consecutive Victory
| Leave a CommentTyrese Maxey scored 30 points and dished out 10 assists as the 76ers survive a late comeback attempt to beat the Heat.
Read more »Instant Observations: 76ers Fall to Heat in Final Contest Before Much-Needed All-Star Break
| Leave a CommentThe shorthanded 76ers put up a good fight, but they had no answer for the Miami’s zone defense in their 109-104 loss to the Heat.
Read more »How Will 76ers Be Impacted By Blockbuster Trade Sending Lillard to Bucks?
/ | Leave a CommentThe Lillard trade to Milwaukee opens up a few interesting avenues for the 76ers to potentially take advantage of in order to improve their roster.
Read more »Instant Observations: Sixers Get Blown Out in Meaningless Game Against Heat
/ | Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers, in a game that meant nothing to them, were blown out by the Miami Heat. There are two games remaining in the regular season.
Read more »Instant Observations: Sixers Lose to Heat in Another Close One
/ | Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers lost another close game, 101-99, to the Miami Heat. They were hampered by a poor start and sloppy offense.
Read more »Report: Free Agent Kevin Love Plans to Talk to Sixers Before Making Decision on Where to Sign
/ | Leave a CommentA report by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN ties the Philadelphia 76ers to free agent Kevin Love. However, is there a fit for him on the Sixers?
Read more »One Major Flaw Sixers Have to Correct This Offseason: Lack of Mental Toughness
| Leave a CommentThe loss to the Miami Heat in the second round exposed a clear and major flaw in the Sixers’ roster: A lack of mental toughness.
Read more »3 Observations: Sixers’ Season Comes to an End After Brutal Performance in Game 6
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers’ season came to a disappointing end with a 99-90 loss to the Miami Heat in Game 6. Here are three observations from the loss:
Read more »3 Observations: Sixers Get Routed by Heat in Game 5 Down in Miami
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers were blown out in Game 5, 120-85, and now are down 3-2 to the Miami Heat. Here are three observations from the loss:
Read more »3 Observations: Harden Powers Sixers to Big Game 4 Win, Evens Series With Miami
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers, behind a dominant effort from James Harden, won Game 4 and evened up the series against the Miami Heat. Here are three observations from the win:
Read more »3 Observations: Embiid Returns, Sixers Grab Huge Win in Game 3
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers won Game 3 over the Miami Heat 99-79. Here are three observations from the win
Read more »Report: Sixers List Embiid as Out, but Return Still Possible Heading Into Crucial Game 3
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers listed Joel Embiid as out for Game 3 as of Thursday night. However, his return in Game 3 is still possible.
Read more »3 Observations: Maxey’s Big Second Half Not Enough as Sixers Fall Behind 2-0 in Series
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers dropped Game 2 to the Miami Heat 119-103. Here are three observations from the loss:
Read more »Sixers Need More From Harden in Game 2. Is He Capable of Stepping up to the Moment?
| Leave a CommentBy Matt Gregan, Sports Talk Philly Staff Writer This was James Harden's time to step up and shine. Joel Embiid,…
Read more »Doc Rivers Doubles Down on DeAndre Jordan Despite Awful Game 1 Performance
| Leave a CommentDeAndre Jordan’s poor performance in Game 1 played a big role in why the Philadelphia 76ers dropped Game 1 to the Miami Heat. After that performance, head coach Doc Rivers doubled down on Jordan heading into Game 2.
Read more »3 Observations: Heat Outlast Sixers, Pull Away in Second Half to Take Game 1
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers dropped Game 1 to the Miami Heat 106-92. Here are three observations from the loss:
Read more »STP Staff Predictions: Second Round Series Between Sixers, Heat
| Leave a CommentThe STP staff gives you their predictions for the Philadelphia 76ers’ second round series against the Miami Heat.
Read more »Sixers vs. Heat Series Preview: Dealing With Embiid’s Injury, Other Key Things to Watch, Prediction
| Leave a CommentHere is a series preview of the second round matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat.
Read more »Report: Sixers’ Joel Embiid Suffers Orbital Fracture, Concussion in Game 6, Ruled Out Indefinitely
| Leave a CommentJoel Embiid suffered an orbital fracture and concussion in the Philadelphia 76ers’ win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 6.
Read more »3 Observations as Maxey, Bench Production Lead Sixers to Improbable Win Over Heat
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Miami Heat 113-106. Here are three observations from the win:
Read more »Upcoming Stretch Presents Big Test for New-Look Sixers
| Leave a CommentThe next four games will present the biggest test yet for the Philadelphia 76ers since James Harden made his debut.
Read more »Sixers Should Take A Look At Tyler Johnson
| Leave a CommentWith 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.
Read more »No Snipers, No Problem. 76ers’ Defense, Bully-Ball Mentality Make up for Perceived Lack of Outside Shooting
| Leave a CommentThe Philadelphia 76ers this season will be defined by their defense and a bully-ball mentality rather than their perceived lack of outside shooting.
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