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Sixers’ Joel Embiid to miss at least three games with oblique strain

The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid for at least the next three games. The team announced that Embiid underwent an MRI on Saturday morning that revealed a strained right oblique.

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Johni Broome Undergoes Partial Meniscectomy, Will Be Reevaluated In Four Weeks

Sixers rookie Johni Broome underwent a partial meniscectomy on Saturday to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee, the team announced in a press release.

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

76ers’ Joel Embiid to miss multiple games with oblique injury

After turning in a pair of dynamic performances after the All-Star break, Joel Embiid is expected to miss multiple games with a strained right oblique.

Tyrese Maxey News / Liberty Ballers / February 27

Remember when the Sixers were allergic to shooting threes?

Tyrese Maxey’s ascension as the next superstar Sixers perimeter player continues to crystalize. On Thursday night in a win over the Miami Heat, the 25-year-old All-Star set the franchise record for made three-point shots, moving ahead of Allen Iverson’s total of 885.

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The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to make multiple three-pointers in at least 400 games can you name in eight minutes?

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / February 27

NBA Coach Sends Playoff Warning Over 76ers Despite Joel Embiid Seemingly Hurting Himself During Celebration

The Eastern Conference doesn’t have an outright powerhouse. The Detroit Pistons and Celtics carry the best records. However, multiple teams pose a threat.

Kelly Oubre News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 27

Meet 't$unami', the Music Producer Starting for the Sixers

PHILADELPHIA — VJ Edgecombe went from a straight face to a grin to a gaping-mouth smile, turning his head to look at Kelly Oubre Jr. Oubre's teammates have brought it up to him, and Thursday was the day to address it publicly.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / February 27

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Maxey had himself a night against the Miami Heat on Thursday.

Tyrese Maxeys's strong effort powers Sixers over Heat

The 25 greatest NBA players six feet tall or under

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Tyrese Maxey News / Field Level Media / February 26

Tyrese Maxeys's strong effort powers Sixers over Heat

Tyrese Maxey registered 28 points, 11 assists and five steals to guide the host Philadelphia 76ers to a 124-117 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 26

Tyrese Maxey Breaks Sixers' Record for Career 3s Made

PHILADELPHIA — Perhaps everyone knew. Or perhaps it was just Tyrese Maxey executing against Miami's lack of urgency in hugging the ball when he had it at the 3-point line.

VJ Edgecombe News / NBA Analysis Network / February 26

VJ Edgecombe ranked No. 91 on Bleacher Report’s top players list while leading rookies in steals

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe has been ranked No. 91 on Bleacher Report’s list of the top 99 NBA players, with the outlet identifying him as the franchise’s present and future starting shooting guard based on his defensive impact and two-way production through his first season.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The Lead / February 25

What Do the 76ers’ Deadline Moves Mean for Their Future?

As the 76ers return from the All-Star break, the landscape feels more optimistic. Sitting 31–26 and sixth in the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia had teetered with top-tier status before the deadline.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 22

Daryl Morey receives a harsh chant during 76ers’ latest loss

Philadelphia 76ers fans have officially run out of patience with Daryl Morey. The 76ers lost again on Saturday night, falling to the lowly New Orleans Pelicans by a final score of 126-111.

Johni Broome News / 5 GOATs / February 22

Johni Broome injury update: 76ers rookie suffers meniscus tear

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Johni Broome suffered a meniscus tear Saturday during his G-League game for the Delaware Blue Coats. Broome was injured against the Maine Celtics.

Patrick Baldwin News / Hoops Rumors / February 22

Kings Sign Patrick Baldwin Jr. To Two-Way Contract

The Kings have signed free agent forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. to a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release. Baldwin, a former first-round pick, has spent most of 2025/26 in the G League with the San Diego Clippers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / February 22

Sixers keep finding the same problem in different losses

The 76ers folded early in the fourth quarter of a 126-111 road loss to the Pelicans, and by then it felt painfully familiar. This wasn’t about one bad stretch or one cold night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / February 19