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LeBron James Reveals Why He Modeled His Game After Penny Hardaway And Grant Hill Instead Of Michael Jordan

LeBron James has often spoken about Michael Jordan’s influence on his basketball journey, but the Philadelphia 76ers superstar recently revealed that there are two other NBA legends who played a much bigger role in shaping his actual playing style: Penny Hardaway and Grant Hill.

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76ers’ LeBron James makes ‘damn good’ promise about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat

During the summer, rumors swirled that LeBron James was headed back to the Miami Heat. However, James ended up with the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 13

76ers’ LeBron James claps back at Anthony Edwards’ Adidas commercial roast

Entering his 24th season, LeBron James has heard it all. He has outlived all the jokes and memes. There will probably be new ones in his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Dean Wade News / Fadeaway World / October 13

Dean Wade Says 76ers’ Starting Lineup Is Impossible To Guard When They’re Engaged

The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the 2026-27 NBA season with a formidable superteam, and forward Dean Wade has had the fortune/misfortune of going up against their star-studded starting five in practice.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / October 13

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope could be the Sixers’ secret weapon this season

LeBron James and Jaylen Brown aren’t the only former NBA champions whom the Sixers added to their roster this offseason. Shortly after landing LeBron, they also signed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to a one-year, veteran-minimum contract.

WNBA News

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Angel Reese's big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Angel Reese's latest big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Jabari Walker News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 13

Second-Year 76er is Biggest Standout in Disappointing Preseason

On a 76ers team with four former All-Stars, Jabari Walker has stood out. The 24-year-old has been a bright spot for Philadelphia, three preseason games in.

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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.

LeBron James News / HITC / October 13

Philadelphia 76ers star reveals how LeBron James’ leadership has him stunned

Jabari Walker has been discussing the impact that LeBron James has already had since joining the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers have failed to win a championship in the 21st century, so LeBron’s decision to join in the summer may have come as a surprise to some.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope breaks down LeBron James’ ‘impact’ after signing with 76ers

Philadelphia 76ers’ two-time champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope knows the impact LeBron James can have on a team with championship aspirations. He won his first title alongside James as members of the 2020 champion Los Angeles Lakers six years ago.

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The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

Nick Nurse News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12

Nick Nurse’s positive outlook for 76ers despite blowout loss to Celtics

BOSTON — After the Philadelphia 76ers ended up on the wrong end of the largest blowout of the preseason against the Boston Celtics, head coach Nick Nurse focused on the bright side of things during his postgame media availability.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The Lead / October 12

The 76ers’ New Core Is Already on the Same Page

The Philadelphia 76ers haven’t won an NBA championship in 43 years. Since then, they’ve ranged from the worst team in the NBA to being real playoff contenders.

Dean Wade News / Hoops Wire / October 12

Sixers already high on Dean Wade: ‘He fits on any team on the planet’

It’s safe to say Dean Wade isn’t the biggest name to join the 76ers this offseason. He may not even be in the top four. But the Sixers sure appreciate what he offers nonetheless.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / October 12

'You Ain’t My Daddy' – Ex-NBA Player On How Joel Embiid Should React To LeBron James Setting Standards For 76ers

Philadelphia 76ers stars LeBron James and Joel Embiid recently found the spotlight firmly on them, thanks to ESPN’s longtime play-by-play announcer Mike Breen.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / October 12

LeBron James: ‘Every day is getting better’ with Sixers

LeBron James is still getting used to Philadelphia. The 76ers, meanwhile, are already getting used to him. Tony Jones of The Athletic writes that James’ impact has been evident both in the locker room and on the floor as he adjusts to a new team for the first time since joining the Lakers in 2018.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 11

Paul George still loves his 76ers bros Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe after Celtics trade

BOSTON — For the first time since the Philadelphia 76ers’ blockbuster Paul George trade to the Boston Celtics over the summer, he faced his former teammates

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 11

76ers star Jaylen Brown’s curious move during return to Boston features awkward Jayson Tatum avoidance

The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in the offseason. The deal had league-altering consequences for a number of reasons and sent shockwaves through the entire basketball community.

Ariel Hukporti News / Lindy's Sports / October 10

Sixers Hard Cap Leaves Few Fixes After Losing Center Ariel Hukporti for Season

The 76ers’ preseason opener was supposed to be a victory lap for a star-studded roster. It turned into a lesson about depth. Center Ariel Hukporti ruptured his right Achilles tendon and will miss the entire 2026-27 season, the team announced Tuesday.