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Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / August 9
76ers Notes: Joel Embiid, Mike Gansey, Nick Nurse, lineup possibilities
The 76ers spent the summer adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to an already talented roster. Perhaps just as important? Joel Embiid is apparently having his healthiest offseason in quite some time.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Bleacher Report / August 9
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / August 9
Nick Nurse Excited For Lineup Options With Sixers
The Sixers have completely remade their team this season around the core trio of Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and VJ Edgecombe. Not only did they fill out their starting lineup with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, but they also added considerable bench depth with deals for Dean Wade, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Anfernee Simons, and Ariel Hukporti.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Philadelphia 76ers News / AirJordanChronicles / August 9
VJ Edgecombe reveals what really happened during his phone call with LeBron James
In June 2026, the Philadelphia 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe claimed that LeBron James was his basketball GOAT. So, a month later, when the 4x champion signed with the 76ers and spoke to him, Edgecombe couldn’t stop geeking over his new teammate.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 9
Sixers’ Gansey: Embiid ‘Extra Motivated’ For 2026/27 Season
In an interview with ESPN’s Kevin Negandhi, Sixers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey said former NBA MVP Joel Embiid is “extra motivated” after the team acquired Jaylen Brown and LeBron James this offseason, writes Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 9
Dwyane Wade salutes 76ers’ LeBron James after emotional reunion in gym
The Philadelphia 76ers are just days away from learning their schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, which will be LeBron James’ first in their uniform.
LeBron James News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 9
Shaq’s flowers for LeBron James choosing 76ers come with harsh reality on Lakers tenure
The Los Angeles Lakers have had quite the eventful offseason, first learning that LeBron James would be leaving in free agency and then making a flurry of moves, headlined by a sign-and-trade for Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 9
76ers president reveals why LeBron James signed with them
The four-time NBA champion shocked the sports community by taking his talents to the City of Brotherly Love.
Philadelphia 76ers News / EssentiallySports / August 9
LeBron James Responds to Dwyane Wade After Reminder of His Relentless Drive Ahead of 24th NBA Season
Dwyane Wade just reminded the NBA why his bond with LeBron James is unbreakable, even after 24 years, two franchises, and one very public breakup with Miami.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Ben Simmons Teases NBA Comeback Amid 76ers Rumors
Three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons has not played a game since the 2024-25 season, when he averaged just 2.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 0.7 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game on 43.4% shooting from the field.
Joel Embiid News / Bleacher Report / August 8
Jaylen Brown News / TWSN / August 8
Jaylen Brown Addresses the Biggest Concern About Philadelphia 76ers Roster
The Philadelphia 76ers have assembled one of the most talented rosters in the NBA this offseason with the addition of Jaylen Brown as well as LeBron James.
Tyrese Maxey News / Liberty Ballers / August 8
Through extra excitement for upcoming season, Tyrese Maxey stays grounded in Foundation’s community work 
The William Penn Charter School campus was quiet outside on Saturday’s hot, hazy morning. Inside the campus’ athletic center, though, it was anything but.
Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / August 8
‘You’re telling LeBron James’ – Tim Hardaway claims Rich Paul has already made a mistake with 76ers
Tim Hardaway hasn’t held back in his criticism of Rich Paul’s recent comments regarding Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers. Tim Hardaway made his mark on the NBA with his famous crossover, quick burst, and tough, physical style of play.
Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / August 8
Former LeBron James teammate claims Chris Paul had a better NBA career than Allen Iverson
In a claim that is sure to be quite divisive, Channing Frye says that Chris Paul had a better NBA career than Allen Iverson did. Channing Frye had a 14-year career in the NBA, during which time he became a champion while playing alongside LeBron James on the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / August 8
Ex-LA Lakers star explains why he deserves 76ers’ final roster spot over Kevin Love
The Philadelphia 76ers’ final roster spot is coming down to two former LeBron James teammates. LeBron James signing a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers has allowed the team to add depth to the roster.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
LeBron James said ‘hell no’ to Jaylen Brown’s extreme request
Jaylen Brown may need to come up with a different proposal for how the Philadelphia 76ers should celebrate a potential 2026-27 NBA championship. The Sixers swingman was streaming live on Twitch earlier this week when he revealed a text exchange he had with fellow Philly newcomer LeBron James.
Jaylen Brown News / Hoops Rumors / August 6
Jaylen Brown Ready To ‘Sacrifice,’ Win With Sixers
A month after he was officially traded to a former division rival, star wing Jaylen Brown was formally introduced as a member of the Sixers at a Thursday press conference (YouTube link), writes Dan Gelston of The Associated Press.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 6
Peyton Watson saga takes negative turn after Nuggets sign NBA outcast
With Watson still unsigned, the Nuggets made a small yet surprising addition this week, one that may not bode well for the one-time champion's return to Ball Arena.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5
Joel Embiid looks very slim in a new offseason photo
Joel Embiid is trusting the weight loss process. The Philadelphia 76ers star center Embiid went viral on Wednesday after a photo showed him looking extremely slim during an offseason workout.
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