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Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / November 12

Stephen A Smith insists LeBron James ‘ruined’ one part of NBA All-Star Weekend

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith believes LeBron James is directly responsible for ruining the NBA All-Star weekend’s premier event – The Slam Dunk contest.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 12

Predicting Final Score, Top Performers for 76ers vs. Raptors

The Philadelphia 76ers will look to bounce back from a tough loss to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night when they host the Toronto Raptors at the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday night.

NBA News / HITC / November 12

Kendrick Perkins noticed something about Lebron James vs Celtics for the ‘first time’ ever

LeBron James was found wanting in the Philadelphia 76ers’ marquee game against the Boston Celtics, and Kendrick Perkins noticed something for the first time ever.

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NBA News / HITC / November 12

‘Whatever it is’ – Why Charles Barkley was ‘disappointed’ in Jaylen Brown over Jayson Tatum snub

Jaylen Brown noticeably avoided Jayson Tatum during their first game against each other since being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. Tatum would end up getting the last laugh over Brown, as his performance against the 76ers allowed the Boston Celtics to earn a huge win and move to the top of the standings in the Eastern Conference.

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15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

NBA News / HITC / November 12

Stephen A Smith has an ‘issue’ with Jaylen Brown after his performance vs Celtics

Jaylen Brown proceeded to produce a whimper when he faced off against his old team, the Boston Celtics, and Stephen A. Smith has an issue with it. The long-awaited Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers battle ended in an anti-climactic fashion, as the Celtics ran away with a 22-point victory.

Jaylen Brown News / HITC / November 12

‘No Excuse’- Jaylen Brown takes accountability after Celtics expose 76ers in first reunion clash

Jaylen Brown admitted the Philadelphia 76ers were outplayed after suffering a 123-101 defeat to his former team, the Boston Celtics. The forward struggled to make an impact in his first meeting with Boston as a Sixers player, finishing with 13 points in just 25 minutes.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Athlon Sports / November 11

41-year-old LeBron James Was Able to Accomplish Something That Scottie Pippen-less Michael Jordan Could Never

Whenever Michael Jordan‘s candidacy in the GOAT debate against LeBron James is discussed, his 6-0 record in the NBA Finals and two three-peats in an eight-year span are among the first accomplishments brought up.

Dean Wade News / Hoops Wire / November 11

NBA exec on Cavs replacing Dean Wade with Peyton Watson: ‘Just the optics’

The Cavs wanted more athleticism on the wing when they acquired Peyton Watson. Eleven games into the season, they’re still trying to turn that addition into a better basketball team.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The Spun / November 11

Stephen A. Smith Disappointed By Jaylen Brown's Behavior Last Night

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith was disappointed by Jaylen Brown’s performance on Tuesday night. The Boston Celtics topped the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday evening.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Nick Nurse News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 11

76ers' Loss to Celtics Highlighted a Key Concern for Nick Nurse

The 76ers have arguably the most talented starting five in the entire NBA. There's no doubt about that. But any first five, regardless of how talented,

LeBron James News / HITC / November 11

How LeBron James will make $88.9m in 2026-27 on a $3.9m 76ers deal

LeBron James might be playing for pocket change in Philadelphia, but the King is still making absolute bank. When LeBron packed his bags for Philly, the entire league did a double take, and the contract numbers made folks look twice.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / November 11

Kevin Garnett on LeBron James: ‘It ain’t the same fear’

LeBron James still commands respect. Kevin Garnett believes making opponents fear him has become another matter. Speaking with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on KG Certified, Garnett said he has noticed a change in how younger players approach the Sixers star.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 11

What We Learned From 76ers’ Blowout Loss to Celtics

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum absorbed the spotlight ahead of the 76ers’ game against the Celtics on Tuesday evening. It was the perfect storyline to energize the NBA world as the early-season hype is beginning to fizzle—getting into the thick of the regular season. Boston chose Tatum, shockingly trading Brown to the 76ers on July 1.

Joel Embiid News / Fadeaway World / November 11

Joel Embiid’s Offensive Struggles Are Becoming A Growing Concern For The 76ers

Following their remarkable offseason additions, which involved acquiring players like Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, the Philadelphia 76ers rose to the status of a superteam.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Bill Simmons ethers 76ers’ Joel Embiid for ‘flopping,’ faking injuries

The Philadelphia 76ers are seemingly facing the same question as last season regarding Joel Embiid’s health. The center big man’s latest scare against the Boston Celtics has added to the situation that looks less convincing.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 11

‘He’s Been Their Best Player’: Joel Embiid Praises Paul George After 76ers’ Disappointing Loss To Celtics

Despite an embarrassing loss against the Philadelphia 76ers’ arch rivals, Joel Embiid looked at the bright side. His former teammate, Paul George, was thriving.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 11

'This Is Gonna Hurt His Legacy': Deron Williams Says LeBron James Must Retire After Jayson Tatum’s Filthy Move on Him Again

LeBron James has adapted his game depending on the amount of explosiveness left in the tank. Mind you, he has been effective for the 76ers’ offense, especially with his playmaking.

Tyrese Maxey News / Athlon Sports / November 11

'Tyrese Maxey is the Only Pure Shooter That They Got' - Jeff Teague on Why 76ers Cannot Compete With 'Elite' Teams in the NBA

On Tuesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers surrendered their No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference to the Boston Celtics after suffering a humbling 123-101 loss at the Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / November 11

Team dinners, Call of Duty, and more – NBA insider shares how the Philadelphia 76ers have bonded so quickly

The Philadelphia 76ers have reportedly been helped by a lot of off-court bonding to make their fast start to the 2026-27 NBA season. Despite their loss against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers are still off to quite a good start this season.

Tyrese Maxey News / Fadeaway World / November 11

Tyrese Maxey Explains Why 76ers’ Offense Is Struggling Despite A Star-Studded Roster

Coming into the 2026-27 season, many viewed the Philadelphia 76ers as one of the best teams in the NBA. With a star-studded roster featuring players like