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On YouTubeNick Nurse News / Liberty Ballers / May 5
Nick Nurse away from Sixers to attend funeral of his brother 
Sixers head coach Nick Nurse is away from the team to attend the funeral services of his brother, Steve, who died unexpectedly last week. Gina Mizell of The Inquirer was the first to report the news: “Steve Nurse, 62, died last Wednesday, the day before Game 6 of the Sixers’ first-round series win over the Boston Celtics.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 5
Joel Embiid Questions Mikal Bridges’ Play After Hit Near His Surgical Area
Joel Embiid caught the Boston Celtics off guard with his stellar showing in round 1 of the postseason. Suffering from an appendectomy early in April, the Philadelphia 76ers star dominated in the last half to steer the 76ers to a 4-3 victory.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 5
76ers vs. Knicks- 2026 NBA Playoffs: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (May 6)
Joel Embiid had sent a strong message to the Philadelphia 76ers fans. However, with Game 1 going in favor of the New York Knicks, Philly fans will have a tough time ahead.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
76ers most to blame for Game 1 debacle vs. Knicks
Game 1 was always going to be a tricky challenge for the Philadelphia 76ers to navigate. Not even 48 hours have passed since the 76ers completed a spirited
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
76ers’ Joel Embiid addresses Mikal Bridges’ possible ‘dirty’ play
The Philadelphia 76ers took an embarrassing Game 1 loss Monday to start round two of the NBA Playoffs. The New York Knicks played far more superior in their 137-98 rout.
Nick Nurse News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Nick Nurse shares honest Knicks assessment after 76ers’ 39-point loss
Something clicked for the New York Knicks starting in Game 4 of their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, and they have not looked back since.
Paul George News / Fadeaway World / May 5
Paul George Points To Emotional Fatigue For Disappointing Game 1 Loss To Knicks
After beating the Boston Celtics in the first round, the Philadelphia 76ers seemed to be on a roll. However, following a 137-98 loss in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Knicks, Paul George highlighted the impact of a seven-game series on a team.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 4
Jalen Brunson, Knicks make history with third-straight blowout win
With their series-opening win over the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks sent a message and continued to look unbeatable. The Knicks grabbed a 1-0 lead in their second-round series, dominating the 76ers to the tune of 137-98.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 4
76ers star Kelly Oubre Jr.’s Game 1 antics leaves Karl-Anthony Towns smiling
The New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers enter the 2026 Eastern Conference semifinals as two of the most battle-tested teams in the conference. New York advanced after a six-game series win over Atlanta and Philadelphia mounted a 3-1 comeback against Boston, marking the franchise’s first playoff series win since 2023.
NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / May 4
Why Paul Pierce Believes Joel Embiid Was the X-Factor vs. Boston
When Joel Embiid returned to the court, the whole picture of the playoffs changed. The Philadelphia 76ers initially looked lost in their playoff series games against the Boston Celtics.
Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / May 4
Joel Embiid, 76ers at Risk of Facing Hostile Environment at Home as Crowd Control Attempt Fails Spectacularly
In 2024, Jalen Brunson walked into Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center and received thunderous “MVP! MVP!” chants, not from 76ers fans, but from the waves of Knicks supporters who had flooded the building and effectively turned it into a road game for the home team.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Final Injury Report for 76ers-Knicks Game 1: Will Joel Embiid, Jeremy Sochan Play?
The Philadelphia 76ers are on the road on Monday night as they travel to take on the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Philadelphia
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 4
Paul Pierce Admits Celtics Were Caught Off Guard by Joel Embiid’s Series-Changing Performance
It was only about time when critics were pointing out Joel Embiid as the Philadelphia 76ers’ failing piece. And in today’s picture, he’s the new poster boy of the team, taking away all the credit for the team’s success.
Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / May 4
How Joel Embiid Rewrote the Series: What Changed in the Philadelphia 76ers 3–1 Comeback?
Two Sundays ago, Joel Embiid returned from appendicitis and walked straight into a 3-1 deficit. The Philadelphia 76ers were 0-18 all-time in that situation.
NBA News / Liberty Ballers / May 4
The East is right there for the taking for the Sixers
They say if you want to be the best, you have to beat the best. Well, the Philadelphia 76ers have checked “beat the best” off the list after winning a first-round series in seven games over the Boston Celtics, who were the odds-on favorite to reach the NBA Finals out of the Eastern Conference.
Tyrese Maxey News / Hoops Wire / May 3
Sixers Notes: Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe
It finally happened. The Sixers didn’t just beat the Celtics. They flipped history on its head. Philadelphia became the first No. 7 seed in the East to knock off a No.
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Draft on SI / May 3
76ers' Rookie Makes History in Philadelphia's Game 7 Win Against Celtics
The Philadelphia 76ers shocked the basketball world on May 2. The No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia took down the No. 2 seed Boston Celtics in Game 7 to complete a remarkable series comeback.
Joel Embiid News / Yardbarker / May 3
Joel Embiid calls out Sixers fans with one simple request vs. the Knicks
Against all odds, the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 3-1 series deficit in the first round to knock out the No. 2-seeded Boston Celtics. Now, Nick Nurse's team will face the New York Knicks in the second round and another edition of this rivalry between towns.
VJ Edgecombe News / HITC / May 3
VJ Edgecombe’s Game 7 heroics put him alongside OKC star in exclusive NBA list
VJ Edgecombe delivered a decisive performance as the Philadelphia 76ers completed their turnaround against the Boston Celtics last Saturday. The rookie scored 23 points in the 109-100 win in Boston, helping seal one of the most remarkable comebacks of the postseason.
The '5 3's on 50% shooting playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers while shooting at least 50 percent from deep in 5+ postseason games can you name in seven minutes?
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