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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey makes hilarious confession about ‘cooking’ his heroes

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey has quickly become one of the NBA’s elite players. The potential was clear when he entered the league in 2020, but not many probably predicted that he would be in the position he is today.

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76ers’ Tyrese Maxey drops hilarious LeBron James anecdote in Jimmy Fallon debut

Tyrese Maxey is out of commission right now for the Philadelphia 76ers due to a finger injury, which will keep him sidelined for at least three weeks. The timing has been awful, as the 76ers are holding on for dear life to avoid the Play-In Tournament.

Paul George News / The SportsRush / March 24

Paul George Opens Up on 25-Game Suspension, Calls It a 'Poorly Timed Decision'

The Philadelphia 76ers appears to have been cursed. Each season, after building momentum, they hit some sort of unexpected roadblock that mostly revolves around the unavailability of some of it’s most impactful players.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

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Paul George News / Field Level Media / March 24

Paul George back for Sixers' stretch run; Bulls up next

Following a lengthy suspension, Paul George returns to the court Wednesday when the Philadelphia 76ers host the Chicago Bulls. Philadelphia (39-33) is looking to avoid the play-in tournament, but it has been a challenge playing without many of its key weapons in recent weeks.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 24

Why Paul George’s Return Presser Enhanced his Expectations for the Sixers

The Sixers have been without their star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George since March 8. Philadelphia, however, did not let its postseason hopes unravel. “Obviously, it was devastation there,” George said this afternoon.

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The 'NBA apperances after 40' quiz

Can you name the NBA players who have played at age 40 or older in the shot-clock era?

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 24

Camera Catches Tyrese Maxey’s Unfiltered Reaction as Jared McCain Torches 76ers

Tyrese Maxey might still be missing Jared McCain, but he is not at all ready to celebrate him as an opponent. Following 1.5 seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers, the front office decided to trade McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

VJ Edgecombe News / Total Apex Sports / March 24

Oklahoma City Thunder Knock Off Philadelphia 76ers Despite VJ Edgecombe’s 35 Points

When the Oklahoma City Thunder rolled into the “City of Brotherly Love” on Monday night, they weren’t facing the Philadelphia 76ers. They were facing a triage unit wearing basketball jerseys.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 23

76ers’ VJ Edgecombe has nothing but love and respect for Jared McCain after loss to Thunder

The Philadelphia 76ers had no answer for the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, suffering a lopsided loss, 123-103, at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The 76ers absorbed their second loss in four games, as they have struggled with their depleted lineup.

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Nick Nurse updates 76ers fans on Paul George’s ramp-up before suspension return

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse had a positive update to share about Paul George as the veteran star makes his way back from a suspension this season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 23

76ers’ Tyrese Maxey has perfect reaction to back-to-back Jared McCain 3-pointers

On Monday night, the Philadelphia 76ers hosted the Oklahoma City Thunder in a mismatch of a game that wasn’t close in the end despite VJ Edgecombe’s best efforts.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 23

Jared McCain shows off as Thunder blow out his former team

The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain for a late first-round pick and luxury tax relief. Monday, he showed his old team what they were missing in a 123-103 Oklahoma City Thunder win.

Spurs hammer Heat to stretch win streak to six

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama has an unusual new celebration

Raptors coach calls out entire team after Brandon Ingram’s stinker

Pacers' Pascal Siakam stuffs Paolo Banchero at buzzer in win

Hawks continue home court dominance, run away from Grizzlies

Nick Nurse News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 23

'Hang in There': Nick Nurse Reflects on George Suspension as Return Nears

PHILADELPHIA — Don't look now, but the Sixers might be getting their three best players back soon. Philadelphia is already through two weeks of Tyrese Maxey's minimum three-week absence with a strained tendon in his right pinkie finger.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Final Injury Report for 76ers-Jazz: Will Joel Embiid, Brice Sensabaugh Play?

The Philadelphia 76ers are on the road on Saturday night as they travel to take on the Utah Jazz in an interconference matchup. Philadelphia enters Saturday’s game with a 38-32 record after defeating the Sacramento Kings on the road on Thursday night.

Andre Drummond News / Field Level Media / March 21

76ers' Andre Drummond fined $25K for objectionable gesture

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond was fined $25,000 for making an inappropriate gesture on the court, the NBA announced on Saturday. Drummond made the gesture with eight seconds remaining in the third quarter of Philadelphia's 139-118 victory over the host Sacramento Kings on Thursday.

Quentin Grimes News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / March 20

Sixers' Bad Injury Luck Hands Quentin Grimes a Golden Opportunity

Sixers fans are experiencing major déjà vu recently. Injuries are piling up, and their playoff hopes are sputtering. But last season, Quentin Grimes took advantage of that opportunity by setting career highs in points and assists per game.

Kennedy Chandler News / Hoops Wire / March 20

Jazz signing Kennedy Chandler to 10-day deal

Former NBA guard Kennedy Chandler has agreed to a 10-day contract with the Jazz, per Shams Charania of ESPN. Chandler, the No. 38 pick in 2022, last appeared in the league with Memphis before spending the past couple of seasons in the G League.

Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / March 18

76ers hoping for Joel Embiid's return against Kings

The Philadelphia 76ers hope to have Joel Embiid back in the lineup when they continue a three-game Western swing with a matchup against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 18

Nikola Jokic passes Nuggets past 76ers

The 76ers held Jokic to just eight points Tuesday night. Unfortunately for them, he finished with 14 assists and 10 in the first half.

Joel Embiid's career is defined by greatness — and missed games

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The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / The Lead / March 16

The 76ers Are Surviving Without Their Starting Five

The Philadelphia 76ers have spent much of the 2025–26 season fighting a battle that has little to do with opposing defenses. Instead, their biggest challenge has been availability.