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Tyrese Maxey shares what he said to VJ Edgecombe just before his clutch triple vs Hornets

VJ Edgecombe pulled off a clutch three-pointer for the second game running to help the Philadelphia 76ers go 6-1. The 21-year-old has been having a fine season for the Sixers, but one of his final actions in each of his last two games is what has got everyone talking.

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'I'm tired of that': Tyrese Maxey says he wants the 76ers to stop doing one thing immediately

The Philadelphia 76ers have become the comeback kings of the NBA this season. The Sixers have won five of their first six regular-season games, the latest coming against the Charlotte Hornets on Halloween night at the Spectrum Center.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 31

76ers Narrowly Avoid Upset Loss To Hornets: 4 Takeaways From Clutch Road Victory

Following a full slate of NBA Cup games on Friday, tonight’s schedule wasn’t nearly as packed. Even so, it still gave us some premium matchups to watch across both Conferences.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 31

3 Studs and 1 Dud for 76ers in Win Over Hornets

After defeating the defending-champion New York Knicks on Friday night, the Philadelphia 76ers were back in action against the Hornets in Charlotte on Saturday night.

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The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

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Anfernee Simons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Anfernee Simons hits bench scoring mark not seen since 2024

The Philadelphia 76ers might have added star power this offseason, but to win a championship, they’re going to need consistent depth and production from their role players.

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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.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Bleacher Report / October 31

Watch: You can tell LeBron is happy in Philly

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

Jaylen Brown, Grayson Allen mix it up during 76ers-Hornets NBA clash

The Philadelphia 76ers played the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center earlier on Saturday in what turned out to be a close 109-104 victory for Nick Nurse’s team.

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Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

76ers star Jaylen Brown to return vs. Hornets amid Joel Embiid, LeBron James absences

The Philadelphia 76ers will have star forward Jaylen Brown available for Saturday night’s road matchup against the Charlotte Hornets despite ruling out LeBron James and Joel Embiid for the second half of their back-to-back.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Trade Talk Sports / October 31

Philadelphia 76ers Are Showing Something That Makes This Season Different

Something interesting is happening in Philadelphia, and it goes beyond a good start to the NBA season. The 76ers are 5-1 after a demanding opening stretch, including two victories over the defending champion New York Knicks.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Final Injury Report for 76ers-Hornets: Will Jaylen Brown, LeBron James Play?

The Philadelphia 76ers are on the road Saturday night as they travel to take on the Charlotte Hornets in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia enters Saturday’s game with a 5-1 record after defeating the New York Knicks at home Friday night.

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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.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

76ers rule out LeBron James, Joel Embiid vs. Hornets

The Philadelphia 76ers have ruled out LeBron James and Joel Embiid for Saturday night’s road matchup against the Charlotte Hornets as the organization manages both stars’ injuries during the second half of a back-to-back.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / Liberty Ballers / October 31

Jaylen Brown, Tacko Fall questionable, Joel Embiid, LeBron James ruled OUT for Sixers-Hornets

It’s likely time for the first game driven by VJ Maxx of the season. The Sixers released their injury report ahead of their Halloween showdown in Charlotte and have unsurprisingly ruled out Joel Embiid and LeBron James.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 31

One Clear Positive and Negative From 76ers’ Dramatic Win vs. Knicks

There’s plenty of ways I could go about this lede. I could illustrate VJ Edgecombe’s dagger three-pointer or LeBron James’ put-back layup that sent Knicks fans back up I-95 north.

NBA News / HITC / October 31

‘If that were to happen…’: LeBron James’ potential statue for Lakers receives verdicts from Magic Johnson’s ex-teammate

Five-time NBA champion Michael Cooper has stated that LeBron James deserves a statue outside Crypto.com Arena as his legendary stint with the Purple and Gold came to an end this offseason.

NBA News / HITC / October 31

‘Anti-American hacks’ – Riley Gaines uses first amendment to rip LeBron James

Riley Gaines has given her opinion on the national anthem debate. LeBron James stirred up another firestorm after clips caught him stretching and jokingly taking practice golf swings while standing for the national anthem.

Jaylen Brown News / TWSN / October 31

Jaylen Brown Calls Out the NBA’s Superstar Accountability Problem

There are plenty of NBA rosters that have talented players, but sometimes those rosters don’t live up to expectations. On his recent appearance on The Old Man and the Three, Jaylen Brown went on to explain why this happens.

Labaron Philon News / Liberty Ballers / October 31

The origin of Labaron Philon Jr.’s ‘killer’ tattoo

When John Carpenter made Halloween back in 1979, there’s no way he could’ve known what it would become. That a white-painted William Shatner mask adorned by his fictional killer, Michael Myers, would become one of the most iconic things in horror movie history.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Habit / October 31

The Sixers' early season success is anything but sustainable

The Philadelphia 76ers are expected to be in the title mix this season because of the immense star power that they have on their roster. When you assemble Tyrese Maxey, V.J.

Joel Embiid News / HITC / October 31

'I quit': Joel Embiid says he may stop doing one thing for the 76ers now

Despite a strong start to the season, the Philadelphia 76ers have struggled with their three-point volume and consistency. Joel Embiid, in particular, has been really poor on that front, and the long-serving Sixers hero’s stats make for very poor viewing.