Nick Nurse: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

VJ Edgecombe was ready for the moment yet again

One of the main schools of thought stemming from the “there’s only one ball to go around” critique of this year’s Sixers team was that it would hinder the development of VJ Edgecombe, especially going into a crucial second season.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30

Jaylen Brown is out with a concerning new injury

The Philadelphia 76ers superteam has officially hit its first pothole.

76ers’ Dean Wade speaks on simple 'hire me' handshake with LeBron James

Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer outdoes LeBron James with first triple-double

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

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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?

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

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Philadelphia 76ers News / EssentiallySports / October 26

'We Got an MVP Over There': LeBron James Sends Message to 76ers After Nick Nurse’s Experiment for Joel Embiid Fails

Joel Embiid’s absence left the Philadelphia 76ers short-handed against the Detroit Pistons, forcing Nick Nurse to experiment with his frontcourt rotation.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 25

Nick Nurse gives Adem Bona his flowers despite 76ers’ loss to Pistons

After a 3-0 start, the Philadelphia 76ers suffered their first loss of the season, bowing to the Detroit Pistons, 106-93, at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Sunday.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Viral Sports News / October 25

Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid Fires Stern Message to Nick Nurse

Joel Embiid stepped into a larger playmaking role Saturday night as the Philadelphia 76ers hosted the Milwaukee Bucks without LeBron James. James sat out to manage lower-back and sciatica issues on the front end of a weekend back-to-back, leaving the offense to run more frequently through the former MVP.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title thanks to dominant Gabby Williams performance in Game 7

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Philadelphia 76ers News / EssentiallySports / October 25

76ers’ Problems Deepen as Nick Nurse Remains Tight-Lipped on Latest Injury Setback

The Philadelphia 76ers have enjoyed a strong start to the season, but another injury concern has given Nick Nurse reason to worry. The Sixers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 127-116 on Saturday night to remain undefeated.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

76ers’ Nick Nurse gives Jaylen Brown his flowers for strong early defensive efforts

Coach Nick Nurse’s Philadelphia 76ers are 3-0 on the season after taking down the defending champion New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, on a day when LeBron James’ health came into focus.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 24

Nick Nurse Embracing His Worst Habit Is an Early Concern for 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers kicked off the 2026-27 NBA season with back-to-back wins over the two teams that played in the Eastern Conference finals last season in the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers.

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 / Larry Brown Sports / October 24

LeBron James laughs off President Trump's apology demand

LeBron James brushed aside President Donald Trump’s demand for an apology, delivering a short, lighthearted reply.

Trump demands apology from LeBron

Tyrese Maxey calls out Stephen A. Smith over false report

Report: Warriors could offload Kristaps Porzingis onto 1 team

Karl-Anthony Towns' desired contract number has been revealed

Dalton Knecht has signed with a new team after being released by Lakers

Nick Nurse News / Yardbarker / October 23

Nick Nurse has 'wild' reaction to 76ers' 29-point comeback victory

After the game, Nurse reflected on the win.

Cavaliers suffer historic choke job in LeBron James' 76ers home debut

LeBron James welcomes boos from 76ers fans after 29-point comeback vs. Cavaliers

Cavaliers can't escape their biggest weakness as 76ers rally from huge deficit

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

76ers’ Nick Nurse gives Tyrese Maxey endorsement that backs up MVP chants

Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers completed a historic comeback against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday. The 76ers erased a 29-point deficit to escape with the win, 114-106, and improved to 2-0.

Philadelphia 76ers News / HITC / October 21

Nick Nurse says Mike Brown’s the only former LeBron James coach he didn’t call after signing

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse snubbed Mike Brown after LeBron James’ signing. The Philadelphia 76ers adding LeBron James to their roster has shaken things up before the 2026-27 NBA season.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Nick Nurse still thinks 76ers ‘should have won’ vs. Knicks in 2026 playoffs

They say that having the memory of a goldfish is helpful when it comes to professional sports. Forgetting about losses and focusing on what’s ahead is important to keeping an even-keeled demeanor.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

Nick Nurse reveals what 76ers are lacking to get on ‘same level’ as Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse acknowledged Tuesday that his team still has work to do before matching the defending NBA champion New York Knicks.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 20

It’s only fitting that Nick Nurse’s recruiting pitch to LeBron James came from golf course

New Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James has made his passion for golf public. The four-time NBA champion has often spoken about his golf game and even launched a golf-based YouTube channel, so it was only fitting that LeBron James’s recruitment to the Philadelphia 76ers would come with a golf twist.

Boston Celtics News / Liberty Ballers / October 16

Sixers ready to continue building chemistry in final preseason game vs. Celtics

The Sixers may have been beaten 144-106 on Saturday against the Celtics, but there were still the kinds of positives you want to see from Philly’s young guys as most of the starting five sat out.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 15

76ers' Plan for Starters in Preseason Finale Makes a Ton of Sense

One of the biggest questions for the Philadelphia 76ers heading into their final preseason game against the Boston Celtics on Friday night is how much, if any, the starters would play in the game.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 14

3 Points of Interest to Watch in 76ers' Preseason Finale vs. Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers will close out preseason play at home against the Boston Celtics on Friday night. It will be the second straight preseason meeting against Boston for Philadelphia, as the Celtics bested the Sixers 144-106 last weekend.

Philadelphia 76ers 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 / Fadeaway World / October 7

76ers Coach Nick Nurse Sets The Record Straight On Joel Embiid’s Punctuality In Team Practices

As the Philadelphia 76ers continue their ramp-up to the regular season, it’s becoming increasingly clear what kind of state Joel Embiid is in. Historically, the one-time NBA MVP has rarely had a healthy offseason, but this summer may be one of the few exceptions, and he’s never been more locked-in.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 4

Nick Nurse, Kenny Atkinson listed among NBA coaches who could be facing the heat

For some NBA coaches, well, the heat may be on. David Adelman with the Nuggets. Nick Nurse with the 76ers. Ime Udoka with the Rockets. Kenny Atkinson with the Cavaliers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / TWSN / October 4

Nick Nurse’s Plan for Joel Embiid Could Unlock the 76ers’ Offense

When it comes to the Philadelphia 76ers, they have plenty of players now who can create a shot, but the challenge now is giving those players room to operate without taking away from Joel Embiid.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Nick Nurse reveals what he wants LeBron James’ role to be

LeBron James’ arrival in the City of Brotherly Love carries plenty of intrigue. The four-time NBA Most Valuable Player signed with the Philadelphia 76ers in the summer not to be a mere bench ornament, but to be among those expected to lead the way for the Eastern Conference franchise.