Photo by Denis Kennedy/NBAE via Getty Images Nick Nurse revealed the plan for Kai Jones while Buddy Hield and Kelly Oubre, Jr. talked about what the 2021 first-rounder brings to the Sixers. The Sixers had two open roster spots. There was much speculation about what they’d do to fill them. Sign a veteran big to provide depth behind Paul Reed and Mo Bamba? Bring up … [Read more...] about The plan for Kai Jones going forward and what he brings to the Sixers
No timelines yet, but encouraging news on Embiid, Covington
Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images While we still don’t have a clear timeline for Joel Embiid’s return to action, the reigning MVP was able to participate in some portions of practice Sunday. The Sixers have had brutal injury luck for months now. Even beyond Joel Embiid’s absence, De’Anthony Melton and Robert Covington have been missed significant time. Players like … [Read more...] about No timelines yet, but encouraging news on Embiid, Covington
Sixers aim for second win in a row against Heat
Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images The Sixers will be trying to get a win streak going as they welcome Jimmy Butler and the Heat to Philadelphia. It wasn’t pretty, but the Sixers managed to put together a solid last few minutes and a late 15-4 run to beat the Hornets 109-98 on Saturday. While it was hardly a performance to be proud of against a 17-51 team, it at least … [Read more...] about Sixers aim for second win in a row against Heat
Sixers Stock Watch: Joel Embiid era Sixers gear up to tour west without their No. 1 man
Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images Tyrese Maxey and co. must continue to keep things afloat while Joel Embiid recovers. The Sixers recently lost to the Knicks by 27, and then lost to the Bucks by nine. I knew they were in trouble when Joel Embiid first went down, but don’t blame me for panicking a bit anyway; many of us fans are accustomed to sadness … [Read more...] about Sixers Stock Watch: Joel Embiid era Sixers gear up to tour west without their No. 1 man
Sixers-Hornets: first half thread
Can we get a Kelly Oubre, Jr. revenge game? The Sixers take on Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges, and the Charlotte Hornets. Game Details Who: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Charlotte Hornets When: 7:00 pm EST Where: The Center Watch: NBCS-Philadelphia Radio: 97.5 The Fanatic Follow: @LibertyBallers … [Read more...] about Sixers-Hornets: first half thread