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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 »Paul George Injury Scare Proves to be Just That
/ | Leave a CommentWhew! That’s the collective sigh of relief coming from Philadelphia 76ers Training Center in Camden, NJ. Philadelphia 76ers star…
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 »Report: 76ers Sign Lester Quinones to 2-Way Contract
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers are reportedly signing guard Lester Quinones to a two-way contract. Quinones averaged 4.4 points and 1.9 rebounds for the Warriors last season.
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 »76 Place a Go?! City of Philadelphia Backs Plan for Center City Arena
/ | Leave a CommentIn a surprise announcement, City of Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker came out in support of the Philadelphia 76ers effort…
Read more »Report: 76ers Sign French Olympic Standout Guerschon Yabusele to 1-Year Contract
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers continued their strong offseason, signing French Olympics standout Guerschon Yabusele to a one-year contract.
Read more »76ers Reportedly Plan on Signing Veteran Guard Reggie Jackson
| Leave a CommentThe Sixers are reportedly adding another veteran guard to the roster. Reggie Jackson is planning on signing with Philadelphia once he clears waivers.
Read more »Report: 76ers Sign Guard Jeff Dowtin Jr. to 2-Way Contract
| Leave a CommentJeff Dowtin Jr., after impressing both late last season and against summer league competition, is signing a two-way contract to remain with the Sixers.
Read more »Report: New Jersey ‘Making Serious Push’ to Have 76ers Build New Arena in Camden
| Leave a CommentAs plans for 76 Place at Market East hit roadblocks, a new report states New Jersey is emerging as a potential destination for the 76ers’ new arena.
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 Sign Second-Round Pick Adem Bona to 4-Year Contract
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers inked second-round pick Adem Bona to a four-year contract. Bona’s play has impressed in Summer League action and he has a ton of potential.
Read more »Report: 76ers Bringing Back KJ Martin on 2-Year, $16 Million Contract
| Leave a CommentWhether the 76ers elect to hold onto him or use his salary to facilitate a trade next season, KJ Martin should prove to be a useful player in Philadelphia.
Read more »Kyle Lowry Re-signs with Philadelphia 76ers
| Leave a CommentAs first reported by The Athletic‘s Shams Charania, the Philadelphia 76ers and free agent point guard Kyle Lowry have…
Read more »NBA Free Agency: 76ers Reportedly Sign Caleb Martin to 4-Year Contract, Waive Paul Reed
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers’ strong offseason continued as the team inked veteran forward Caleb Martin to a four-year, $32 million contract.
Read more »Report: 76ers Send Buddy Hield to Warriors in Sign-and-Trade
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers facilitated a sign-and-trade sending Buddy Hield to the Warriors. The sharpshooter’s time in Philadelphia ended after one season.
Read more »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 »NBA Free Agency: Recapping Busy Opening Day of 76ers-Related Moves
| Leave a CommentWhile the 76ers made multiple additions to the roster, they also lost out on a handful of their own free agents.
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 »NBA Free Agency: 76ers Reportedly Sign Paul George to 4-Year Max Contract
/ | Leave a CommentDaryl Morey’s cap space plan came to fruition early Monday morning. The 76ers are reportedly signing Paul George to a four-year, $212 million contract.
Read more »NBA Free Agency: Kelly Oubre Jr. Reportedly Signs 2-Year Deal With 76ers
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers are re-signing fan favorite Kelly Oubre Jr. to a two-year, $16.3 million contract. He will likely slot into the Sixers’ starting lineup.
Read more »NBA Free Agency: 76ers Reportedly Sign Veteran Guard Eric Gordon
/ | Leave a CommentThe 76ers are reportedly signing veteran guard Eric Gordon. The 36-year old averaged 11.0 points per game for the Suns last season.
Read more »NBA Free Agency: Andre Drummond Reportedly Signs 2-Year Contract With 76ers
| Leave a CommentThe 76ers are reuniting with big man Andre Drummond. The veteran center averaged 8.4 points and 9.0 rebounds for Chicago last season.
Read more »NBA Free Agency: Nic Batum Will Reportedly Not Return to 76ers
/ | Leave a CommentNic Batum became an indispensable player for the 76ers last season. According to reports, he will not be returning to Philadelphia.
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