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Final Injury Report for Raptors-76ers: Will LeBron James, Scottie Barnes Play?

The Philadelphia 76ers are at home Thursday night as they host the Toronto Raptors in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia enters Thursday’s game with a 9-3 record after losing at home to the Boston Celtics Tuesday night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Field Level Media / November 12

76ers' LeBron James out, Joel Embiid questionable vs. Raptors

Superstar LeBron James has been downgraded to out for the Philadelphia 76ers' game against the visiting Toronto Raptors on Thursday. James and center Joel Embiid were originally considered game-time decisions.

Joel Embiid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Joel Embiid’s 1-word response on what 76ers learned through 12 games after Celtics debacle

Wednesday night in the NBA featured a clash between the two best teams record-wise in the Eastern Conference in the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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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 / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 12

3 Areas That Will Determine 76ers' Result vs. Raptors on Thursday

Little went right for the 76ers in their 123-101 loss to the Celtics on Tuesday night. Philadelphia suffered its largest defeat of the season; a motivated Jaylen Brown had as many fouls as made field goals (four), and Paul George erupted for a game-high 36.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 12

Jayson Tatum’s dunk on LeBron James featured the oddest coincidence

Tuesday’s clash between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa., had it all, from Jaylen Brown and his bête noire, Jayson Tatum, to Paul George turning back the clock with a vintage performance and Tatum posterizing LeBron James.

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Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Carmelo Anthony declares Jaylen Brown needed that ‘Maxey s**t’ instead of rolling with Jayson Tatum

The Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum saga has been one of the biggest stories of the season, culminating in a Tuesday night primetime game in which the Boston Celtics blew out the Philadelphia 76ers, 123-101.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 12

76ers dealing with adversity ahead of clash vs. Raptors

The Philadelphia 76ers are navigating a rough patch for the first time this season and could be short-handed Thursday when they host the Toronto Raptors.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.