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Philadelphia 76ers News / TWSN / October 4

Nick Nurse’s Plan for Joel Embiid Could Unlock the 76ers’ Offense

When it comes to the Philadelphia 76ers, they have plenty of players now who can create a shot, but the challenge now is giving those players room to operate without taking away from Joel Embiid.

LeBron James News / HITC / October 4

How LeBron James’ ex-teammate landed in hospital during 2015 NBA Finals because of coffee

One of LeBron James’ ex-teammates’ coffee addiction led to a hospital visit in the middle of the 2015 NBA Finals. The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors engaged in a thrilling contest during the 2015 NBA Finals.

Joel Embiid News / HITC / October 4

Joel Embiid announces what he’ll never do again in his NBA career ahead of new season

Joel Embiid jokingly revealed the one basketball play he has apparently used for the last time in a recent scrimmage with the Philadelphia 76ers. There is a lot of hype surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason.

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LeBron James News / HITC / October 4

The real reason why LeBron James didn’t wear No. 6 during Philadelphia 76ers practice

LeBron James has been wearing No. 9 during Philadelphia 76ers practices for a very specific reason, and it has nothing to do with a change in his usual number.

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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.

Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / October 4

Comedian Michael Che roasts LeBron James during SNL Weekend Update segment

LeBron James found himself at the receiving end of a jab from Michael Che during this weekend’s edition of Saturday Night Live. James has not only been one of the biggest athletes in the world for the last two decades, but also a massive pop culture figure in the United States.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / October 4

5 Things We Learned From Philadelphia 76ers Star-Studded Scrimmage

The Philadelphia 76ers put on a show on Saturday. Close to 10,000 fans packed Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday for the team’s annual Blue x White Scrimmage, paying just $10 to get an early look at a Philadelphia team that has championship expectations already.

Philadelphia 76ers News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Joel Embiid Takes Retirement From Dunking as He Jokes About His Health Condition

Joel Embiid may have delivered the most encouraging moment of Philadelphia’s opening scrimmage without saying much at all. After another offseason spent managing his health, seeing the 76ers center move with that kind of freedom was enough to catch everyone’s attention.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / October 3

LeBron James Opens Up On Joel Embiid’s Health And First Week Of Practice Together

Ahead of his first season as a 76er, LeBron James spilled the tea on the ongoing ramp-up process. At 41, the 76ers could be the last stop of LeBron’s illustrious career, and he’s doing everything he can to ensure maximum success.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / October 3

Plenty of encouraging signs from Sixers’ Blue x White scrimmage

The Philadelphia 76ers’ annual Blue x White scrimmage was held at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday afternoon and the event did not disappoint. In addition to clearing the obvious “no one got hurt in a meaningless scrimmage” bar, we witnessed a ton to be excited about with this group heading into the season.

LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / October 3

LeBron James Believes 76ers Can Be A Top-5 Defensive Team In 2026-27

Ever since LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, much of the talk has been about their offense. With James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey, the 76ers have four players who averaged over 20.0 points a game in 2025-26, and they have the potential to be an unstoppable offensive team.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 3

What to Take Away From Sixers’ 2026 Blue x White Scrimmage

Mike Gansey made one thing clear, 30 minutes before the Blue x White Scrimmage: this wouldn’t be an average exhibition. He told the media that LeBron James, 41, has been diving for loose balls in practice, which partly inspired the team’s desire to truly compete in Saturday afternoon’s scrimmage.

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3

Joel Embiid drops eye-opening career admission after 76ers scrimmage

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid made an eye-opening career admission Saturday after showing encouraging signs during the team’s Blue x White scrimmage.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / October 3

LeBron James Has Already Given 76ers Rookie Labaron Philon Jr. His ‘Welcome To The NBA’ Moment

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. has yet to play a preseason or regular-season game, but he has already gotten his “Welcome to the NBA” moment.

Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / October 3

Jaylen Brown Gets Roasted For 'Divine' Comment As He Falls For 76ers’ Prank

Sports teams nowadays subject their players to all sorts of pranks, and the Philadelphia 76ers recently opted for “Stop the timer.” The 76ers players had to stop the stopwatch at exactly three seconds, not knowing they were going to be shown a pre-saved screenshot.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Nick Nurse reveals what he wants LeBron James’ role to be

LeBron James’ arrival in the City of Brotherly Love carries plenty of intrigue. The four-time NBA Most Valuable Player signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in the summer not to be a mere bench ornament, but to be among those expected to lead the way for the Eastern Conference franchise.