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Joel Embiid’s Dramatic Change in Appearance Goes Viral Before NBA Season

Last season was a disaster for the Philadelphia 76ers, who entered the year with high hopes after adding Paul George and Jared McCain to pair with superstar center Joel Embiid and rising guard Tyrese Maxey.

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3 Players the Philadelphia 76ers Could Target in a Trade During 2025-26 NBA Season

Last season was a rough one for the Philadelphia 76ers as they finished with a 24-58 record, which was the third-worst record in the Eastern Conference.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 15

Sixers' Rising Star Finishes As Runner Up At EuroBasket 2025

As things stand, the NBA season sits roughly a month or so away, with all of the off-season fixtures in the rear view window, given the end of EuroBasket 2025 on Sunday afternoon.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 14

NBA Writer Suggest Sixers Reunite With Former Prospect

As the NBA offseason slowly comes to an end, the Philadelphia 76ers have been mentioned in numerous trade rumors. With possible changes coming down the pike, the idea of them reuniting with a familiar face was brought up.

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Ex-NBA champion labels 76ers' Paul George ‘cooked’ amid injury concerns · Sporting News

Rumor suggests the 76ers reunite with former first-round pick · Sporting News

76ers offer encouraging Joel Embiid injury update ahead of 2025-26 season · Sporting News

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / September 13

Former NBA Guard Doesn’t Hold Back on Joel Embiid, Paul George

Are the Philadelphia 76ers contenders next season? Former NBA guard Jeff Teague is skeptical. Unsurprisingly, the loudest criticism surrounding the Sixers has everything to do with their health.

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20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 13

NBA Insider Weighs in on Sixers Latest Trade Rumors

Long before taking over in the Philadelphia 76ers' front office, Daryl Morey built a reputation of being an executive always looking to make a trade. In these final weeks before the ramp-up to a new season, he appears to be surveying the market in hopes of bolstering the roster.

Quentin Grimes News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 13

Sixers Reportedly Not Close to New Deal With Standout Guard

Heading into the offseason, one of the biggest storylines for the Philadelphia 76ers was what they were going to do with guard Quentin Grimes. Just weeks ahead of training camp, the situation remains unresolved.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 13

Why a 76ers-Ben Simmons Reunion Could Save Both Sides

PHILADELPHIA — As whispers of retirement swirl around former NBA Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons, an unlikely solution might be staring both player and team in the face: a return to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The SportsRush / September 13

'Talk to Me Goose': Rachel Nichols Likens Joel Embiid’s Struggles From 2024–25 Season to Tom Cruise in Top Gun

The Philadelphia 76ers signed Paul George and drafted Jared McCain last year to boost their hopes of winning a championship. In the lead-up to the season, their fans were kind of already celebrating.

Paul George News / Hardwood Heroics / September 12

'Paul George is Cooked' – Philadelphia 76ers Predicted to Only Qualify for the Play-In Tournament in 2025-26

Jeff Teague doesn’t expect the Philadelphia 76ers to do much better this upcoming season. According to the one-time NBA champion and All-Star, the team’s best-case scenario this year is to qualify for the play-in tournament.

Paul George News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 12

Sixers Star Paul George Still Viewed Among NBA's Top Forwards

Last offseason, the Philadelphia 76ers made a major splash in free agency by signing Paul George to a max contract. Although his first year with the team didn't meet expectations, his perception around the league is still strong.

Kyle Lowry News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 12

Sixers Veteran Viewed as Fringe Candidate for Hall of Fame

Last weekend, the Basketball Hall of Fame officially enshrined the class of 2025. As the search begins for the next batch of candidates to be immortalized, one writer broke down the case for one Philadelphia 76ers veteran.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / September 12

2025-26 NBA Season: One Expectation For Each Sixers Rookie

Like another top-three team in the draft, such as the San Antonio Spurs, the Philadelphia 76ers had a successful draft. Both of their drafted rookies had Summer League games where they showed their intriguing upside.

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Paul George News / Fadeaway World / September 12

'Paul George Is Cooked': Former NBA Champion Slams 76ers

Paul George, the 15-year NBA veteran who is a nine-time All-Star, has not been an All-Star since 2023. His injury-prone history has spiraled his career down from an MVP-caliber talent to a role-playing third option on the 76ers. In his first four years with the Clippers, he did not play more than sixty games in the regular season even once.

Kelly Oubre News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 11

Eastern Team Named Potential Landing Spot For Sixers’ Oubre

Per NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Philadelphia 76ers may be seeking a trade for Kelly Oubre. Last season, Oubre averaged 15.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.8 assists over 60 games.

Adem Bona News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 11

Is Adem Bona Ready For The Next Step?

Despite the NBA offseason being in the dying embers of its annual life cycle, news surrounding potential signings and trades continue to pop up, with one of the recent headlines being related to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / September 11

Sixers' Early-Season Showdown Dubbed 'Must-See'

In roughly six weeks, the Philadelphia 76ers will begin their regular season schedule for the 2026 campaign. Still some time before the action, one writer circled one of their opening matchups as one to keep an eye on.

Kelly Oubre News / NBA Analysis Network / September 10

Kelly Oubre Jr. goes off on Philadelphia 76ers fans for disrespecting him, ‘the love doesn’t seem…’

Kelly Oubre was not happy with the kind of treatment he was getting from Philadelphia 76ers fans, and let them know how he feels. The Philadelphia 76ers are a team that many will be keeping an eye on next season.

Kelly Oubre News / Fadeaway World / September 10

Kelly Oubre Jr. Calls Out Philly Fans And Sends Warning Message To Anyone Who Thinks He's Garbage

Kelly Oubre Jr. has never been shy about speaking his mind, and this week he made sure Philadelphia fans heard him loud and clear. As trade rumors swirl around the 76ers, Oubre took to Instagram to call out sections of the fan base and send a warning to anyone who thinks he’s “garbage.” "| love Philly, but the love doesn't seem to be reciprocated.

Kelly Oubre News / Larry Brown Sports / September 10

Kelly Oubre Jr. sounds completely fed up with Philly fans

Philadelphia 76ers swingman Kelly Oubre Jr. has fallen out of love with his team’s fan base. Oubre’s name has recently been mentioned in trade rumors. He has just one year worth $8.3 million remaining on his contract, which makes Oubre an attractive trade target for teams looking to take a flier on him.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Joel Embiid no longer former teammate's pick for 'best center' he's ever played with

One former Philadelphia 76ers player no longer sees Joel Embiid as the best center he’s ever shared the court with.

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Quentin Grimes News / Fadeaway World / September 9

76ers Working To Clear Cap Space In Effort To Retain Quentin Grimes

The Philadelphia 76ers haven't been involved in many moves this offseason. However, with training camp around the corner, Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer expects that to change.

Andre Drummond News / Athlon Sports / September 8

3 Potential Trade Destinations for Andre Drummond After Recent 76ers' Report

As the start of the 2025-26 NBA regular season nears, teams are looking to make last-minute moves to upgrade their roster ahead of the season to make a run at a championship.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / September 7

Sixers exploring trades for Andre Drummond, Kelly Oubre Jr.

The 76ers are weighing trade options for veterans Andre Drummond and Kelly Oubre Jr., according to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report. “There has been buzz all summer long about the Sixers looking to potentially move one of, if not both, Andre Drummond and Kelly Oubre,” Fischer said.