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Tank Watch: Are the Pelicans catchable?

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Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images The Sixers have successfully out-tanked the Raptors. They’re now in a two-team race with the Nets for the fifth slot in the lottery standings and the fourth slot might be in play. This past week was a tanking masterclass from the Sixers. A week that appeared to have at least one win on the schedule, and potentially two, ended without any wins … [Read more...] about Tank Watch: Are the Pelicans catchable?

Taking a moment to appreciate Justin Edwards’ incredible drives

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Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images It’s all in pointless games, but the rookie passes the eye test with flying colors, and the numbers put him in elite company. In the dying days of a long-dead Sixers’ season, Justin Edwards’ drives provide life. In his 39-game rookie campaign, the Philly-native has secured a long-term spot on the roster because of his … [Read more...] about Taking a moment to appreciate Justin Edwards’ incredible drives

Editor-in-chief mailbag: We’re coming in for a landing!

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Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images The Sixers are positioning themselves well to keep their first-round pick. With only seven games left, let’s take some of your questions. Hello, friends. What a dichotomy of emotions this past week. The Sixers lost all their games and might even close in on the New Orleans Pelicans for the fourth-best lottery odds. … [Read more...] about Editor-in-chief mailbag: We’re coming in for a landing!