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On YouTubeVJ Edgecombe News / BasketballNews.com / February 14
Team Vince wins 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge; VJ Edgecombe named MVP
Team Vince captured the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge championship on Friday night, kicking off NBA All-Star Weekend with high energy and emerging star power at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Coached by NBA legend Vince Carter, Team Vince edged Team Melo 25-24, in a thrilling finale.
VJ Edgecombe News / Hardwood Heroics / February 14
'Hopefully That Championship Win is the First' – Philadelphia 76ers Rookie Drops Audacious Goal After Winning the Rising Stars
Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe took home the Rising Stars MVP trophy for being the best player on Team Vince on Friday, and the 20-year-old combo guard is keen on adding another piece of silverware to his resume in a few months.
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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
VJ Edgecombe News / Field Level Media / February 13
VJ Edgecombe, Team Vince take title at Rising Stars event
Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe sank two free throws to give Team Vince a 25-24 win over Team Melo and the championship of the Rising Stars event on Friday in Inglewood, Calif.
Joel Embiid News / Total Apex Sports / February 13
Joel Embiid’s Injury Worsens Philadelphia 76ers’ Struggles
Joel Embiid’s latest ailment, a right knee injury, worsens the Philadelphia 76ers’ existing struggles. Here’s why. Embiid suffered yet another injury. This time, an injury affects his right knee — possibly an effect of a previous right knee ailment.
Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13
76ers 2026 NBA trade deadline grade after 3 deals
The Philadelphia 76ers are currently sixth in the Eastern Conference standings, fourth in the NBA’s most competitive Atlantic Division. Winning six of their last nine games heading into All-Star Weekend, the 76ers are confident they can make some noise in the 2026 NBA Playoffs after missing out on their chance last season.
Tyrese Maxey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 12
76ers’ Tyrese Maxey says quiet part out loud about All-Star break after 49-point loss to Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey offered words of encouragement to his team after its worst loss of the regular season in a 49-point rout — 138-89 — against the New York Knicks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12
Two potential landing spots for Jeremy Sochan following release from Spurs
Sochan played nearly four seasons for the Spurs, appearing in 212 games and making 149 starts.
NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 11
New York Knicks Demolish Philadelphia 76ers In Marquee Eastern Conference Clash
With Joel Embiid and Paul George in street clothes, everyone knew the Philadelphia 76ers were facing an uphill climb. But nobody expected them to fall off the cliff, hit every rock on the way down, and then get buried by an avalanche at the bottom.
Joel Embiid News / Athlon Sports / February 11
Joel Embiid Injury Update Emerges Before NBA All-Star Break
Joel Embiid became an MVP with the Philadelphia 76ers, but injuries always stopped him from finally winning the Larry O'Brien trophy. He has played more than half of an NBA regular season in the past two seasons, and he's on track to miss several contests this campaign.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / February 11
76ers' decision on Joel Embiid is 'precautionary'
After it was unclear how much Embiid would be able to play coming into the season, the former MVP has managed to put together a strong season for the 30-23 Sixers.
Nick Nurse News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 11
Nick Nurse: 'Not a Ton of Concern' About Star's Sore Knee
PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid will miss his second consecutive game with right knee injury management, the Sixers revealed ahead of Wednesday's home game against the New York Knicks.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Stadium Rant / February 11
Philadelphia 76ers Should Target These Players In The Buyout Market
The Philadelphia 76ers need to be aggressive in the buyout market. They did not improve the roster via trade and only weakened their depth by trading away Jared McCain.
NBA News / EasySportz / February 11
New York Knicks at Philadelphia 76ers — Game Preview
A key Eastern Conference matchup takes center stage Wednesday night as the New York Knicks visit the Philadelphia 76ers in a game with major playoff implications.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / February 11
76ers ink former first-round pick, still have important decisions that will impact rest of season
The Philadelphia 76ers have faced significant adversity this season, including injuries and the suspension of Paul George. Still, the 76ers are hanging onto a top-6 playoff spot in the Eastern Conference for the time being.
Philadelphia 76ers News / EssentiallySports / February 10
Paul George Puts Joel Embiid, 76ers in 'Tough Position,' Philly Star Admits in Honest Confession
Just as the Philadelphia 76ers were finally finding their rhythm, everything came to a sudden halt. That momentum vanished when the NBA handed Paul George a 25-game suspension for violating the league’s anti-drug policy.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / February 9
Sixers expected to be active on buyout market
The 76ers are positioning themselves for a busy run on the buyout market. Philadelphia is set to open at least two roster spots this weekend, with Charles Bassey and Patrick Baldwin Jr.
Trendon Watford News / Field Level Media / February 8
Trendon Watford making impressions as 76ers close trip at Blazers
The Philadelphia 76ers aim to wrap up a five-game road trip in style when they face the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Philadelphia is 3-1 on the Western trip and has won six of its last seven overall games.
Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 8
Sixers Guard Named to 3-Point Contest at NBA All-Star Weekend
No Sixers player has ever won the 3-Point Contest during the NBA All-Star Weekend. Tyrese Maxey now has a chance to be the first. The NBA revealed the field of participants Sunday, and Maxey made the cut.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 7
Daryl Morey takes an apparent shot at James Harden after trade to Cavaliers
Daryl Morey and James Harden are continuing on their beef history.
Philadelphia 76ers News / The SportsRush / February 7
Kyle Lowry Reveals Tyrese Maxey’s Promise of One Last Playoff Run Ahead of His Final NBA Chapter
Even though he would like to retire as a Raptor, Kyle Lowry is very likely nearing the end of his career in Philly. The six-time All-Star has been part of the 76ers for three years now.
Eric Gordon News / Hoops Rumors / February 5
Grizzlies Likely To Waive Eric Gordon
The Grizzlies are likely to waive veteran guard Eric Gordon, sources tell Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports (Twitter link). An 18-year veteran, Gordon was traded from Philadelphia to Memphis in a salary-dump move which saw the Grizzlies acquire a second-round pick swap from the 76ers.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4
76ers' Daryl Morey sacrifices promising young guard Jared McCain to dodge luxury tax
Philadelphia 76ers team president Daryl Morey is known for his creative team-building and embrace of analytics tools. But his true talent may lie in ducking the luxury tax.
Jared McCain News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5
Thunder pull off steal with big trade addition
As if having the best record in the NBA weren’t already enough, the Thunder have improved their roster ahead of the trade deadline.
Paul George News / Yardbarker / February 1
Paul George's 76ers run hits another snag with failed drug test, suspension
Just as it looked like forward Paul George was gaining some momentum with the Philadelphia 76ers, he's back at square one.
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