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Philadelphia 76ersCan the 76ers get their act together in time or will Jimmy Butler destroy the team internally?

Since the Philadelphia 76ers acquired Jimmy Butler through a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves in mid-November, they have been expected to vault to the top of the Eastern Conference. But that hasn’t happened almost two months into the trade. In fact, they are currently fourth in the relatively weaker conference behind the Toronto Raptors, Milwaukee […]

Philadelphia 76ersLandry Shamet breaks Sixers rookie record with 8 3-pointers vs. Wizards

Thanks in large part to an outstanding shooting performance from rookie Landry Shamet, the Sixers managed to walk away from Tuesday night’s game against the Wizards with a 132-115 victory. In his 25 minutes of playing time, Shamet racked up a career-high 29 points on 8-of-15 shooting from the field (8-of-14 from beyond the arc), […]

NBAVideo: Joel Embiid takes a seat with fans during game

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is no stranger when it comes to fraternizing with Philadelphia sports fans – and he has showed again here why he is a clear fan favorite for the Sixers. Joel Embiid just hanging out in the stands 😂 (via @frankmurphy2009) pic.twitter.com/14A3kEjavR — ESPN (@espn) January 9, 2019 Though Embiid’s antics […]

NBAWestern Conference scout says the Sixers will win the Eastern Conference

A Western Conference scout has chosen the Sixers as the team to beat in the Eastern Conference, and not the Boston Celtics or Toronto Raptors. The Sixers are 27-14 on the year after defeating the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night by a final score of 132-115. Philly’s Big Three of small forward Jimmy Butler, big […]

NBAVideo: Joel Embiid checks Landry Shamet's temperature after impressive scoring night

During the Tuesday night matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards, Sixers guard Landry Shamet caught fire from three-point range, hitting a career-high eight three-pointers and leading all scorers with 29 points. He was so hot that Philadelphia’s superstar center, Joel Embiid, stopped midgame to make sure that Shamet wasn’t running too high of […]

NBAReport: Haywood Highsmith signing 2-way deal with Sixers

Baltimore native Haywood Highsmith is planning to sign a two-way contract with the Sixers at some point on Tuesday, according to a report from Keith Pompey of the Philly Inquirer: Haywood Highsmith (@hay_iAMHigh) is scheduled to sign a two-way contract with the #Sixers today, according to multiple league sources. The @blue_coats wing player and #Sixers […]

NBAReport: Bruce Bowen created an 'awkward environment' by singling out Joel Embiid during a recent speech to Sixers

Back on Dec. 17, Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown sought out the help of former San Antonio Spurs defensive specialist Bruce Bowen to give a pregame talk to the Sixers. As it turns out, the move absolutely backfired, with reports emerging that Bowen’s speech actually resulted in the opposite of what coach Brown had […]

Minnesota TimberwolvesSixers star Jimmy Butler addresses Tom Thibodeau getting fired from Minnesota

Philadelphia 76ers star small forward Jimmy Butler says Tom Thibodeau is his guy and that he knows Thibs will be back as a head coach soon in the NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves fired Tom Thibodeau on Sunday after they defeated the Los Angeles Lakers by 22 points. Minnesota hired Thibodeau back in 2016 as their […]

Philadelphia 76ersREPORT: Opposing GMs have already started calling Sixers about a Jimmy Butler trade

General managers around the league have contacted the Philadelphia 76ers to see if Sixers small forward Jimmy Butler is available via trade, according to Yaron Weitzman of Bleacher Report.  Last week, a report surfaced claiming that Jimmy Butler challenged head coach Brett Brown during a film session about how Brown is using him on offense. The […]

NBASixers' Joel Embiid, Nuggets' Nikola Jokic named Players of the Week

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid and Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic have been named the NBA’s Players of the Week for their respective conferences. The NBA has announced that Philadelphia #76ers center Joel Embiid and Denver #Nuggets center Nikola Jokić have been named the NBA East and West Players of the Week. #Sixers […]

Memphis Grizzlies5 trade destinations for Mike Conley if Grizzlies decide to tank

On Nov. 21, after a 104-103 victory at San Antonio, the Memphis Grizzlies had a record of 12-5 and sole possession of first place in the Western Conference. With many experts predicting the Grizzlies to be on the outside looking in when it came to the playoff picture, ‘Grit and Grind’ looked like it was […]

Philadelphia 76ersVideo: Sixers' Jimmy Butler says relationship with Brett Brown is fine

Philadelphia 76ers forward Jimmy Butler dismissed rumors of a conflict between him and coach Brett Brown after a Friday report listed instances in which he “aggressively challenged” his coach about playing in pick-and-roll and isolation situations more often rather than finding his opportunities through his offensive system: “I speak my mind like he speaks his, […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers' Ben Simmons misses practice with illness

Sixers star Ben Simmons did not participate in Monday morning’s practice session due to an upper respiratory infection, according to Serena Winters of NBC Sports Philadelphia: Jimmy Butler and Wilson Chandler both participated in today’s practice. Ben Simmons did not practice (upper respiratory). — Serena Winters (@SerenaWinters) January 7, 2019 The Sixers are scheduled to […]

Philadelphia 76ersRobert Covington found out Sixers traded him to Minnesota on social media

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Robert Covington was completely in the dark before his trade from the Philadelphia 76ers had been reported by the media. Star forward Jimmy Butler was being heavily coveted by teams like the Houston Rockets and the Miami Hear, yet the Sixers — now his current team — remained as one of the […]

Philadelphia 76ersJoel Embiid wants Ben Simmons to keep taking jumpers

It has been well documented how much trouble Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons has with shooting jump shots, but that doesn’t mean that Joel Embiid wants him to stop taking them. Simmons hasn’t made a three-pointer since coming into the league. On Christmas Ev,e he made a 22-foot jumper, the longest of his career. After the […]

Philadelphia 76ersJoel Embiid, Ben Simmons downplay any issues with Jimmy Butler

The Philadelphia 76ers took care of business on Saturday, defeating the Dallas Mavericks, 106-100. The Sixers had to do it without the services of All-Star wing Jimmy Butler, who was out with an illness. Whispers have recently emerged regarding Butler’s relationship with his teammates, and there have been some rumors that he has been causing […]

Dallas MavericksLuka Doncic collides with a cameraman

With his remarkable play throughout the first half of the season, Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Luka Doncic is currently the frontrunner to bag the Rookie of the Year award by the end of his debut campaign. However, the 19-year-old is not only an absolute stud on the basketball court. As it turns out, he’s actually a […]

Philadelphia 76ersBen Simmons addresses increase in mid-range shots

Philadelphia 76ers point-forward Ben Simmons has been taking some jump shots lately during games and the reigning Rookie of the Year says it’s going to continue. After the Sixers defeated the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday at home, Ben Simmons told local reporters he wants to become a better jump shooter and is trying to get […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers coach Brett Brown says report about disagreement with Jimmy Butler during film session is 'a non-story'

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown says the report stating he and Jimmy Butler had a heated exchange during a film session in Portland is “a non story.” ESPN reported Jimmy Butler challenged Brett Brown about how the coach is using him on offense and that some people in the organization viewed it as Butler […]

Philadelphia 76ersReport: Sixers remain committed to coming to a long-term agreement with Jimmy Butler in the summer

Despite reports coming out that Jimmy Butler challenged Sixers head coach Brett Brown about his role on offense recently, the Philadelphia 76ers remain committed to re-signing Butler to a long-term contract in the summer, according to Ken Berger of Bleacher Report. Jimmy Butler can become an unrestricted free agent after this season ends if he […]

Philadelphia 76ersWestern Conference exec says Sixers' Jimmy Butler 'is a young-player killer'

A Western Conference executive isn’t surprised that Jimmy Butler is already having issues with the Philadelphia 76ers. On Friday, a report surfaced claiming that Butler challenged Sixers head coach Brett Brown about his role on offense. Philly has been playing really good basketball since acquiring Butler from the Minnesota Timberwolves, but it appears there are […]

Dallas MavericksChauncey Billups would take Luka Doncic over Jayson Tatum, Ben Simmons, Karl-Anthony Towns

Luka Doncic is quickly making a name for himself on the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic is turning in a magnificent rookie season and is the clear front-runner for Rookie of the Year. ESPN analyst and former NBA great Chauncey Billups is a huge fan of Doncic. On ESPN’s “NBA Countdown,” Billups was asked about a few […]

Philadelphia 76ersReport: Sixers star Jimmy Butler's agent says everything is fine

The recent reports stating that Jimmy Butler is challenging Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown are concerning for Sixers fans. Butler was supposed to be the star to help put the Sixers over the top, but it appears that he’s bringing his drama-filled antics instead. Butler’s agent is denying that there are any issues and […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers' JJ Redick lost out on a car deal because he's not on social media

JJ Redick’s life without social media comes with certain drawbacks, as the Philadelphia 76ers guard is starting to learn. The dynamic 3-point threat is missing out on potential endorsement deals because of his social media exodus. “I was trying to get a car deal because I drive back and forth between Brooklyn and Philly, because […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers' Jimmy Butler questionable vs. Mavs on Saturday

The Philadelphia 76ers host the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday and Sixers All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler is questionable to play. Butler is dealing with an upper respiratory infection. The four-time All-Star didn’t play on Wednesday against the Phoenix Suns. Jimmy Butler (illness) questionable vs. DAL https://t.co/4SGeDGmrAN — Rotoworld Basketball (@rotoworld_bk) January 4, 2019 Butler has […]

Philadelphia 76ersRUMOR: There are some concerns about Jimmy Butler's long-term viability and fit in Philly

Jimmy Butler, Joel Embiid, and Ben Simmons make up a formidable big three. But it’s not clear whether or not Philly will bring back Butler going forward per ESPN‘s Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne: “While a source close to Butler contends that his intense, direct style can come off as combative as he’s trying to […]

Philadelphia 76ersThe Sixers' trade for Jimmy Butler could cost them a lengthy run at the top of the NBA

When the Philadelphia 76ers traded for Jimmy Butler in November, some felt the 76ers would ascend into the NBA’s elite, as a trio of Butler, Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons certainly looked tantalizing. But there were some who understood the potential risks, citing Butler’s penchant toward causing locker room issues. There was always an excuse, […]

Philadelphia 76ersReport: Brett Brown has spent significant time working on Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons' relationship

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown has reportedly spent significant time working on center Joel Embiid and point-forward Ben Simmons’ relationship, according to Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN. Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons have reportedly had a tenuous relationship at times during their time together in Philadelphia and the addition of Jimmy Butler hasn’t […]

Philadelphia 76ersRumor: Jimmy Butler expected to take free-agent meetings with other teams in July

Philadelphia 76ers small forward Jimmy Butler can become an unrestricted free agent after this season ends if he declines his 2019-20 player option with the Sixers, and rival teams believe that Butler will eventually decide to take meetings with interested suitors once free agency begins on July 1, according to Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne […]

Philadelphia 76ersReport: Sixers' Jimmy Butler has challenged Brett Brown about role in offense

The plot thickens in Philadelphia as enigmatic star Jimmy Butler is challenging Philadelphia 76ers head coach over his role in the offense, per Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN. Woj reports one recent film session in Portland featured Butler getting “‘disrespectful’ and beyond normal player-coach discourse.” The Sixers are dealing with a delicate situation […]

Houston RocketsJoel Embiid reacts to shocking non-call on Kevin Durant's out-of-bounds save vs. Rockets

During Thursday evening’s contest between the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets, the refs completely missed an out-of-bounds call on Kevin Durant that should’ve been an obvious turnover: I guess the ref had an obstructed view and couldn’t tell Durant was out of bounds pic.twitter.com/AegEJ0vMb6 — Michael Patlan (@mpatlan) January 4, 2019 Joel Embiid went […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers star Joel Embiid gives James Harden his vote for NBA All-Star

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid thinks that James Harden is very deserving of another NBA MVP award after his performance in Thursday night’s game against the Golden Warriors. Harden came through with two huge shots – one near the end of regulation and one with seconds left in overtime – to give the Houston Rockets […]

Philadelphia 76ersJ.J. Redick now sits next to T.J. McConnell during flights to avoid anymore trades by Philadelphia

J.J. Redick of the Philadelphia 76ers is taking all the necessary antics to avoid his teammates being traded, even sitting next to teammate TJ McConnell during flights. Per Jackson Frank of The Athletic, Redick got extra cautious after the Jimmy Butler trade. To recall, the Sixers arranged a trade package which included several key players […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers coach Brett Brown says Ben Simmons' jump shot will arrive on his terms

Quite a bit has been said about Ben Simmons’ jump shot through the early stages of his NBA career. He’s a great slasher and playmaker, but some experts and analysts feel that he should take a few more shots from outside. Sixers head coach Brett Brown, however, feels that Simmons is improving his perimeter shot […]

Oklahoma City ThunderRussell Westbrook's shooting struggles now comparable to Markelle Fultz's issues

Russell Westbrook’s struggles with efficiency have been a phantasmagoric experience for Oklahoma City Thunder fans. The 2017 NBA MVP has gone from notching the first triple-double season since 1961-62 to doing so again last season, but at a lower efficiency. This 2018-19 season has brought another triple-double average, but those shooting struggles are now at […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers' Joel Embiid has league-leading 4th 40-point, 10-rebound game

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid continues to pad the stat sheets. In his most recent effort, he logged his fourth 40-point, 10-rebound game of the 2018-19 season. Per John Clark of NBC Sports Philly, Embiid leads the league in 40-point, 10-rebound games: Joel Embiid 4th 40 point, 10 rebound game this year MOST IN NBA […]

Philadelphia 76ersSixers' Joel Embiid is 1st player to record at least 30 points, 10 rebounds by halftime since Antawn Jamison in 2000

Joel Embiid had a monstrous performance for the Philadelphia 76ers in the first half of their game against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night. Embiid stuffed the stat sheet in the opening half, tallying 30 points and 14 rebounds. The third-year center also added three steals and a block. According to ESPN, Embiid became the […]

Philadelphia 76ersJimmy Butler says Philly fans wanted competitive, chippy New Year's game vs. Clippers

Jimmy Butler saw his night cut short, as he was ejected with 7:01 left in the fourth quarter of a tightly-contested game against the L.A. Clippers, one that would test the Philadelphia 76ers’ toughness and mental fortitude after getting mollywopped by the Portland Trail Blazers right before the end of 2018. Yet the four-time All-Star […]

Philadelphia 76ersJoel Embiid takes shot at Clippers' Montrezl Harrell

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated Montrezl Harrell and the L.A. Clippers on Wednesday night, but the Sixers center had some parting words for the Clippers big man. The New Year’s Day battle saw Embiid finish with 28 points, 19 rebounds, three assists, and three blocked shots in 35 minutes of action. Meanwhile, Harrell […]

Philadelphia 76ersJimmy Butler's hilarious exchange with reporter over technical foul

Jimmy Butler and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the L.A. Clippers on New Year’s Day, but it didn’t come without fireworks. Butler and Clippers guard Avery Bradley got into a shoving match in the fourth quarter as both were jostling for rebounding position. Bradley shoved Butler lightly, and Butler responded with a two-hand shove at Bradley’s […]

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