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Shaquille O’Neal says Joel Embiid’s comments about the 2000s prove the 76ers star wouldn’t have made it in his era

Joel Embiid has proven himself as one of the NBA’s top modern stars, which naturally raises the question of how he would’ve fared in previous eras. Shaquille O’Neal, one of the most dominant players of the 1990s and 2000s, didn’t hold back with his opinion.

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Kelly Oubre Jr. Calls LeBron James 'One of the Greatest', Advises Young Players on Facing ‘The King’

Coming into the NBA as a young player often tests your resolve. Can you handle the bright lights? Can you handle the harsh workouts and grueling hours?

Joel Embiid News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Shaquille O'Neal Blasts 76ers Star Joel Embiid in Blunt Exchange: 'I'm Done'

NBA analyst Shaquille O'Neal said on the latest episode of his The Big Podcast with Shaq that he uses one measurement to gauge how good a center is in the modern NBA -- could he have played in my era?

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The 'Active players with an NBA Finals double-double' quiz

How many of the 31 active NBA players to record a double-double in the NBA Finals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA field goal percentage leaders' quiz

The 'NBA's active 20-point, 10-assist games leaders' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 20

Philadelphia 76ers’ nightmare outcome for 2025 NBA Draft

The Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in an unusual spot heading into the 2025 NBA Draft. After finishing the regular season with a disappointing 24-58 record, the 76ers were gifted the No.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 20

Beloved 76ers Reserve Expected To Garner Lots Of Interst In Free Agency, 10 Landing Spots

Guerschon Yabusele had a heck of a year. As a result, Yabulese is expected to garner a lot of interest when the NBA free agency opens on July 1, per The Stein Line. Will he return to the Philadelphia 76ers?

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hardwood Heroics / June 20

Philadelphia 76ers Expected to Part Ways With Popular Big Man in 2025 Free Agency

The Philadelphia 76ers could be without one of their reliable bench players next season, as they’re expected to part ways with Guerschon Yabusele because of the team’s financial constraints.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Athlon Sports / June 19

76ers Expected to Cut Ties With Beloved Big Man: Report

The Philadelphia 76ers are in a position to strengthen their roster over the summer. The team holds the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA draft and will have the star trio of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey.

Joel Embiid News / Athlon Sports / June 19

76ers Make Final Call on Blockbuster Joel Embiid Trade: Report

Ahead of the 2025 NBA draft, there have been rumors about what the Philadelphia 76ers should do with Joel Embiid. There have been suggestions that the 76ers should trade the All-Star.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 19

CBS Sports analyst proposes bold new plan for 76ers' future

The 76ers currently have the No. 3 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft on Wednesday.

76ers reportedly already want to trade Paul George

Ace Bailey not doing himself any favors heading into NBA Draft

20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason

The 'Team USA Men's Basketball gold medalists' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

76ers rumors: The plan for Joel Embiid-Paul George-Tyrese Maxey core

The Philadelphia 76ers come into the 2025 NBA Draft with many options in front of them. They can take a talented prospect or trade the No. 3 pick. The trade option is on the table because the 76ers still have Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey.

Paul George News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

Jazz insider claims 76ers interested in draft trade to get off Paul George

The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly exploring trade options involving the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, with the intent of offloading Paul George’s contract as part of the deal.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / June 19

Report: 76ers Not Expected To Trade Joel Embiid, Paul George This Offseason

According to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Philadelphia 76ers are not expected to trade Joel Embiid or Paul George this offseason. Embiid, George and Tyrese Maxey only played in 15 games together this season. “By simply staying at No.

Paul George News / NBA Analysis Network / June 19

Philadelphia 76ers set to lose fan favorite player, amid plan to keep Paul George for second season

The Philadelphia 76ers will have to part ways with a player who made a big impact for them this year because of Paul George. The Philadelphia 76ers will be a team to watch this offseason.

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The 'Most home runs in a season by MLB franchise' quiz

The '300-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'Most points with zero assists in the NBA Finals' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Rare 76ers Bright Spot May Be Difficult For Team To Retain

The Philadelphia 76ers entered the 2024-25 season with championship expectations. Instead, it was a season full of horrors for the squad. They ended up with an atrocious 24-58 record.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Yardbarker / June 19

Ace Bailey not doing himself any favors heading into NBA Draft

Ace Bailey has long been projected as a potential top-3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, but his approach leading into the draft isn't helping his cause.

76ers reportedly already want to trade Paul George

2025 NBA first round mock draft: Intrigue starts at pick No. 3

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Hoops Rumors / June 19

Projected lottery pick cancels predraft workout with 76ers in puzzling move

The young star is considered a high-upside scorer and shot creator, but his strategy to avoid team workouts has puzzled clubs.

Top NBA Draft prospect keeps turning down workouts

2025 NBA Draft: The Curious Case Of Ace Bailey

2025 NBA first round mock draft: Intrigue starts at pick No. 3

The '1972-73 Philadelphia 76ers' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / June 19

76ers Plan To Run It Back With Joel Embiid, Paul George, And Tyrese Maxey After Failed Trade Attempt

It was reported on Wednesday that the 76ers discussed a potential trade of Paul George with the Utah Jazz, but the talks eventually broke down. Following this report, NBA Insider Marc Stein claimed to know the 76ers' next plans.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 18

NBA Mock Draft Suggests Nikola Vucevic-Type Player for 76ers

The 2025 NBA Draft is nearly one week away, and the Philadelphia 76ers have plenty of options for their No. 3 and No. 35 picks. ESPN’s Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo project that the 76ers will select Hansen Yang with their second-round pick. The 19-year-old center played for the Qingdao Eagles of the Chinese Basketball Association.

Justin Edwards News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / June 18

Sixers Forward Cites Key Area of Improvement in Offseason Training

After going undrafted last year, things worked out for Justin Edwards in the form of a two-way deal with his hometown Philadelphia 76ers. Taking a flier on him proved to be an incredibly smart decision by the front office, as he proved he is capable of being a rotation piece long-term.

Paul George News / Larry Brown Sports / June 18