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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.

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Sixers Facing Tight Financial Squeeze in NBA's Buyout Market

Now that the dust has settled on the NBA trade deadline and Dominick Barlow has a new two-year, $6.8 million contract, the Sixers have a clear picture of where they stand financially heading into buyout season.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / February 8

Sharpshooting Joel Embiid carries surging 76ers past Suns

Joel Embiid scored 33 points and made a season-high four 3-pointers, Tyrese Maxey added 29 points and the Philadelphia 76ers built a 19-point lead and held off the host Phoenix Suns 109-103 on Saturday.

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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.

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.

James Harden was snubbed by his former team in trade talks

Donovan Mitchell believes Cavaliers' 'ceiling is higher' with James Harden

Kendrick Perkins makes major claim about possible LeBron James-Cavaliers reunion

Winners and losers from the 2026 NBA trade deadline

The 'Most 50-point NBA games' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 7

Jared McCain 76ers-Thunder trade draws honest Kyle Lowry admission

As the Philadelphia 76ers traded guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for four draft picks, the team is reeling from the move that saw the young star make connections with many players, especially veteran Kyle Lowry.

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.

Joel Embiid News / EssentiallySports / February 7

'He Ain’t Got It': Shaquille O’Neal Bashes Joel Embiid After 76ers Star’s Emotional Confession

Shaquille O’Neal has never hidden his frustration with where the center position has gone. In his mind, dominance is loud, physical, and unmistakable. Anything less feels unfinished.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Total Apex Sports / February 6

Why The 76ers Could Aggressive In The Buyout Market

The Philadelphia 76ers failed to complete any trades to improve their roster at the trade deadline, and now could turn their attention to free agents in the buyout market.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Athlon Sports / February 6

76ers GM Daryl Morey Makes Jared McCain Trade Admission on Friday

Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey addressed reporters on Friday and offered some strong insight into the blockbuster trade that sent second-year guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / February 6

Dominick Barlow's New Contract Explains the Sixers' Trade Deadline Approach

Based on the initial response, the Sixers don't appear to have engendered much goodwill from fans with their approach to the 2026 NBA trade deadline. On Wednesday, the Sixers shipped Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a 2026 first-round pick and three future second-rounders.

Philadelphia 76ers 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.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Total Apex Sports / February 5

The Philadelphia 76ers Failed At the NBA Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia 76ers have a very fun team to watch this season, and with a strong trade deadline, they could’ve solidified themselves as contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Sixers Promote Dominick Barlow To Standard Contract

The Sixers have promoted forward Dominick Barlow from his two-way deal to a standard contract ahead of their game against the Lakers in Los Angeles on Thursday night, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice (Twitter link).

Charles Bassey News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Sixers Sign Charles Bassey To Another 10-Day Deal

The Sixers have signed Charles Bassey to another 10-day contract, according to the NBA transactions log. Bassey signed his first 10-day contract. Bassey, who was originally drafted in the second round by the Sixers in 2021, has yet to appear in a game with Philadelphia this season.

Paul George News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Paul George’s Suspension Changes Everything for the 76ers

The NBA first developed its anti-drug policy in 1983. Reportedly, only eight players have been caught and suspended for using performance-enhancing drugs in NBA history.

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.

Chris Paul has been traded by the Clippers in three-team deal

Anthony Davis trade closes books on disastrous Luka Doncic deal

Wizards building nothing out of something with wild Anthony Davis trade

Hornets swing trade for sixth man, acquire Coby White from Bulls

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

The 'NBA 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Jared McCain News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5