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Philadelphia 76ers’ wild ‘prime Michael Jordan’ dismissal over Tyrese Maxey now makes sense

Tyrese Maxey has played like a superstar to start the 2025-26 NBA season. Tyrese Maxey has been putting up video game type numbers helping the Philadelphia 76ers get off to a 5-2 start.

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Kevin Garnett Dubs Sixers’ Backcourt ‘Three-Headed Monster’

Despite limited availability from Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers were at the top of the Eastern Conference standings with a 5-1 record before firing up their back-to-back set this week.

Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / November 5

76ers C Joel Embiid (knee) out vs. Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the host Cleveland Cavaliers, the team announced. Embiid, 31, is sitting out the second day of a back-to-back set as the team attempts to limit his early-season workload because of his chronic left knee issues.

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?

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Tyrese Maxey News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Tyrese Maxey writes his name in Philadelphia 76ers history, he’s now chasing down Allen Iverson

Tyrese Maxey continues to prove his worth to the Philadelphia 76ers, with his latest performance putting him in elite conversations. Despite the loss to the Chicago Bulls last night, there is a lot to be excited about if you’re a fan of the Philadelphia 76ers.

76ers Around the Web

Former 76er raises red flag about Joel Embiid · Sporting News

Why Andre Drummond isn't playing tonight for 76ers · Sporting News

Is Jared McCain playing tonight vs. Bulls, injury update · Sporting News

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

VJ Edgecombe News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

3 Key Reasons For VJ Edgecombe’s Success

The Philadelphia 76ers have experienced early success this season, largely thanks to the efforts of their rookie VJ Edgecombe. Despite some weaknesses in his game, the guard has blown away the expectations set for him coming into the season.

Josh Giddey News / Yardbarker / November 5

Josh Giddey lifts Bulls to win battle of East's most surprising teams

No one expected the Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers to be 5-1 in after six games. No one would have expected the Bulls to be 6-1 after Tuesday night when they were trailing by 24 points early.

Bulls' Giddey reaches Michael Jordan's level in one specific way

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

Kelly Oubre News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

76ers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. hates Benny the Bulls’ 6-7ers suggestion

If you’re shaking your head every time you hear someone shouting “6-7,” you’re not alone. It has gotten too far and might further bury the brain-rotting humankind to the depths of the earth.

VJ Edgecombe News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4

Former NBA Star Feels VJ Edgecombe has Changed Sixers' Vibe

The Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to quite a hot start this season, improving their record to 5-1 following their win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

Jared McCain Will Make His Debut Against Chicago, What Will His Role Be And How Does He Affect Nick Nurse’ Rotation?

The Philadelphia 76ers received some promising news last night as ESPN’s Tim Bontempt’s reported that Jared McCain is expected to make his debut tonight against Chicago.

Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / November 4

Is Joel Embiid Playing Tonight? Bulls vs 76ers Injury Report, Where to Watch & More (11/4)

The Philadelphia 76ers entered the 2025-26 season surrounded by doubts after last year’s poor show, but they’ve silenced critics with five wins in their first six games.

Tyrese Maxey News / Liberty Ballers / November 4

The sky remains the limit for Tyrese Maxey as he reaches his 25th birthday

Where would the Sixers be without the 2020 bubble heroics of Mike Muscala? A couple of seemingly irrelevant threes in a game that August for Muscala’s Thunder in a win against the Heat allowed the Sixers to keep their first-round pick in that year’s draft.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 4

76ers Fans Will Love Draymond Green’s Early Rookie of the Year Vote

Draymond Green won’t have a vote for the NBA’s Rookie of the Year race, but if he did, his early vote would belong to the Philadelphia 76ers guard, VJ Edgecombe.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / BasketballNews.com / November 4

Maxey, Edgecombe give Sixers new life as Embiid works his way back

The Philadelphia 76ers didn’t open the season the way they envisioned it. Paul George is still sidelined after having arthroscopic knee surgery. Joel Embiid,

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / November 4

Sixers Notes: VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Kelly Oubre, Jared McCain

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer wonders if 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe can fully grow his offensive game while sharing the floor with Joel Embiid.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 3

Paul Pierce Compares Sixers' Maxey and Embiid to Championship Duo

This season, the Philadelphia 76ers are off to a 4-1 start. With Joel Embiid on a minutes restriction, much of the team’s early success can be attributed to Tyrese Maxey.

Jared McCain News / Hoops Rumors / November 3

Sixers’ Jared McCain expected to make season debut against Bulls

Jared McCain is on track to make his season debut Tuesday, according to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, who reports that the Philadelphia 76ers guard will be listed as probable for Tuesday’s game in Chicago.

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The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

How many of the 12 players in NBA history to see game action in at least 20 seasons can you name in five minutes?

The '2016 Team USA men's basketball' quiz

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The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

Kelly Oubre News / Field Level Media / November 2

Kelly Oubre Jr. goes off before exiting (ankle) in 76ers' win over Nets

Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 29 points before exiting with a sprained ankle as the Philadelphia 76ers continued their strong start with a 129-105 victory over the winless Brooklyn Nets Sunday night in New York.