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Quentin Grimes’ 3-word message after 76ers’ win over Wizards sums up 4-0 vibe

After entering the 2025-26 NBA season as arguably the biggest wildcard in the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the true bright spots of October, winning all four of their games, including an overtime nailbiter against the Washington Wizards on the road to maintain their perfect marks.

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East Notes: Sixers, Tyrese Maxey, Cavs, Donovan Mitchell, Celtics

The Sixers just keep winning and finding new heroes along the way. Behind Tyrese Maxey’s 39 points and 10 assists, Philadelphia pulled off a 139-134 comeback win over the Wizards to move to 4-0.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 28

Kevin Garnett Links Tyrese Maxey to Early NBA MVP Talks

Tyrese Maxey is among one of the most impressive players this season so far. The Philadelphia 76ers’ one-time All-Star is looking to get himself back in the big game after missing All-Star weekend last year, but the former NBA MVP Kevin Garnett believes Maxey is working towards something bigger.

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How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Tyrese Maxey News / Field Level Media / October 28

Tyrese Maxey fuels fierce rally as Sixers top Wizards in OT

Tyrese Maxey scored 23 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter and overtime as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers remained unbeaten after storming back from a 19-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Washington Wizards 139-134 on Tuesday.

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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.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 28

76ers Secure Fourth Win at Lightning Pace Compared to Last Year

The Philadelphia 76ers completed their first back-to-back set of the 2025-2026 NBA season on Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards. What looked like a potential blowout loss for Philadelphia turned out to be a miraculous comeback.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 28

Nick Nurse Heaps Praise on Sixers' Veteran Wing

On Monday night, the Philadelphia 76ers took on the Orlando Magic, looking to extend their two-game winning streak to a third consecutive match. The Sixers would go into the match lacking a huge piece of their prior two victories, Joel Embiid, who would miss the fixture due to injury management on his left knee.

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

DeMarcus Cousins thinks it’s time for the 76ers to trade Joel Embiid

The 2025 Philadelphia 76ers have started the season playing well, at 3-0. The keys have been Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe in the backcourt and not Joel Embiid as much.

Trendon Watford News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 28

Trendon Watford Slated to Make Sixers Debut on Tuesday

On Tuesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers will finish off their first back-to-back slate of games with a visit to the Capital One Arena for a match against the Washington Wizards.

Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / October 28

Is Joel Embiid Playing Tonight vs Wizards? Latest Update on 76ers Star’s Injury

After last season’s 24-58 run, the Philadelphia 76ers have course-corrected themselves and are riding high on a 3-0 winning streak to start the season.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 28

NBA Fans Are Buying Into 76ers' Early Success After Win vs Magic

With three games in the bag, the Philadelphia 76ers have three boxes to check off in the win column. On Monday night, the Sixers hosted the Orlando Magic, following matchups against the Boston Celtics and the Charlotte Hornets.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

76ers’ Nick Nurse reveals intriguing Jared McCain plan amid VJ Edgecombe’s hot start

The Philadelphia 76ers are off to a 3-0 start with rookie sensation VJ Edgecombe leading the charge. But head coach Nick Nurse already has his eyes on getting another talented guard back into the rotation.

VJ Edgecombe News / NBA Draft on SI / October 28

VJ Edgecombe Continues All-Star Level Start to Career

Both Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper have seen solid starts to their NBA career, though few rookies in NBA history have been able to match what No. 3 pick VJ Edgecombe has done through three games.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 28

76ers' young backcourt having historic start to season

The Philadelphia 76ers started this season without Paul George and with Joel Embiid limited by a sore knee. Thanks to their pair of young guards, they're 3-0.

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Quentin Grimes News / NBA Analysis Network / October 26

Quentin Grimes says there’s a Philadelphia 76ers player who is impossible to play against in practice

The Philadelphia 76ers have a player who has a unique ability on the court. Following an underwhelming run last season, the Philadelphia 76ers are off to a 2-0 start during the 2025-26 campaign.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / October 26