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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8

1 overreaction trade 76ers must target amid chaotic start to season

Through the first week and change of the 2025-26 NBA season, one of the biggest surprises has been the play of the Philadelphia 76ers. Taking the court

Dominick Barlow News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 7

Dominick Barlow’s Injury Remains a Big Question for 76ers

On Saturday, the Philadelphia 76ers will fire up another back-to-back set. Once again, the team will be without its two-way forward, Dominick Barlow. What seemed like a minor setback is turning out to be way more serious.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / November 7

Paul George meeting doctors this weekend for ‘last hurdle’ in surgery recovery, says Nurse

The Philadelphia 76ers told reporters at practice on Friday that Paul George would be meeting with doctors over this upcoming weekend to assess his recovery and that the next steps for the forward would be determined from there.

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Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

76ers are 100% cooked with this version of Joel Embiid

The Philadelphia 76ers enter the 2025-26 season knowing that their postseason form needs to change, and once again, a lot depends upon Joel Embiid’s fitness.

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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.

Nick Nurse News / Liberty Ballers / November 7

Nick Nurse is courting disaster with the Sixers’ minutes distribution

Through the first two-plus weeks of the 2025-26 NBA season, here are the current leaders in minutes per game: Tyrese Maxey (PHI): 41.3 MPG VJ Edgecombe (PHI): 38.6 MPG Austin Reaves (LAL): 37.9 MPG Kelly Oubre Jr.

Jared McCain News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 7

Jared McCain is Easing His Way Back to Becoming a Key Sixers Contributor

Jared McCain returned to the court for the Philadelphia 76ers this week. After a long recovery from a knee injury, followed up by a thumb injury, the second-year sharpshooter finally landed clearance to suit up for the Sixers in their matchup against the Chicago Bulls.

Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 5

NBA World Questions Tyrese Maxey’s Minutes in 76ers’ Loss vs Cavaliers

When it comes to Tyrese Maxey, Nick Nurse has been relying on the young veteran to put in long shifts each time he stops onto the floor. Since his second season in the NBA, Maxey has averaged over 30 minutes of playing time in each season.

Tyrese Maxey News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Philadelphia 76ers’ wild ‘prime Michael Jordan’ dismissal over Tyrese Maxey now makes sense

Tyrese Maxey has played like a superstar to start the 2025-26 NBA season. Tyrese Maxey has been putting up video game type numbers helping the Philadelphia 76ers get off to a 5-2 start.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 5

Kevin Garnett Dubs Sixers’ Backcourt ‘Three-Headed Monster’

Despite limited availability from Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers were at the top of the Eastern Conference standings with a 5-1 record before firing up their back-to-back set this week.

Joel Embiid News / Field Level Media / November 5

76ers C Joel Embiid (knee) out vs. Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the host Cleveland Cavaliers, the team announced. Embiid, 31, is sitting out the second day of a back-to-back set as the team attempts to limit his early-season workload because of his chronic left knee issues.

Tyrese Maxey News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Tyrese Maxey writes his name in Philadelphia 76ers history, he’s now chasing down Allen Iverson

Tyrese Maxey continues to prove his worth to the Philadelphia 76ers, with his latest performance putting him in elite conversations. Despite the loss to the Chicago Bulls last night, there is a lot to be excited about if you’re a fan of the Philadelphia 76ers.

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VJ Edgecombe News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

3 Key Reasons For VJ Edgecombe’s Success

The Philadelphia 76ers have experienced early success this season, largely thanks to the efforts of their rookie VJ Edgecombe. Despite some weaknesses in his game, the guard has blown away the expectations set for him coming into the season.

Josh Giddey News / Yardbarker / November 5

Josh Giddey lifts Bulls to win battle of East's most surprising teams

No one expected the Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers to be 5-1 in after six games. No one would have expected the Bulls to be 6-1 after Tuesday night when they were trailing by 24 points early.

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Kelly Oubre News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

76ers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. hates Benny the Bulls’ 6-7ers suggestion

If you’re shaking your head every time you hear someone shouting “6-7,” you’re not alone. It has gotten too far and might further bury the brain-rotting humankind to the depths of the earth.

Philadelphia 76ers News / BasketballNews.com / November 4

Maxey, Edgecombe give Sixers new life as Embiid works his way back

The Philadelphia 76ers didn’t open the season the way they envisioned it. Paul George is still sidelined after having arthroscopic knee surgery. Joel Embiid,

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / November 4

Sixers Notes: VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Kelly Oubre, Jared McCain

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer wonders if 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe can fully grow his offensive game while sharing the floor with Joel Embiid.

Jared McCain News / Hoops Rumors / November 3

Sixers’ Jared McCain expected to make season debut against Bulls

Jared McCain is on track to make his season debut Tuesday, according to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, who reports that the Philadelphia 76ers guard will be listed as probable for Tuesday’s game in Chicago.

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