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Unhappy Joel Embiid lashes out at referees in response to official NBA fine

Joel Embiid recently made NBA headlines, though not for his usual dominant performances. The Philadelphia 76ers center started the season solidly, scoring at least 20 points in his last three games.

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76ers' Joel Embiid fined by NBA for lewd gesture

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid drew a $50,000 fine for a lewd gesture during Friday's game against the Boston Celtics, the NBA announced Sunday.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Joel Embiid News / Larry Brown Sports / November 2

Joel Embiid gets fined $50,000 by the NBA

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will be a bit lighter in the wallet thanks to his actions during Friday’s game. Embiid was hit with a $50,000 fine for his crotch chop gesture during Friday’s game at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 2

76ers Keep Key Debuts on Hold While Facing Brooklyn Nets

When the Philadelphia 76ers take the court on Sunday night to face the Brooklyn Nets, they’ll remain without two core players, who have yet to make their season debut.

Joel Embiid News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 2

Sixers Make the Right Call After Joel Embiid's Biggest Shift

On Sunday evening, the Philadelphia 76ers will pay a visit to the Barclays Center for their first matchup against the Brooklyn Nets this year. Their meeting will come fresh off the heels of their first loss this campaign, as they dropped their game against the Boston Celtics on Friday night.

VJ Edgecombe News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 1

VJ Edgecombe’s ‘Lackluster’ Game vs Celtics Gets an Explanation

Throughout the first quarter of the Friday night matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics, VJ Edgecombe attempted just one shot. Since the Sixers fired up their 2025-2026 run, Edgecombe has been one of their most consistent starters, putting impressive scoring performances on display, getting to it without hesitation.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 1

76ers rolling offensively; Nets still winless amid point-guard woes

Offensively, the Philadelphia 76ers are playing to prove losing 58 games last season was an aberration. So far, the results have been good, though the Sixers are coming off their first loss of the season heading into their Sunday visit to the winless Brooklyn Nets.

Joel Embiid News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 1

Sixers' Coach Explains Leaving Joel Embiid In For Heavy Shift

On Friday night, the Philadelphia 76ers took on the Boston Celtics for the first night of the NBA Cup. The match wouldn’t start out well for the Sixers, as the Celtics came out swinging, dropping 38 points in the first quarter alone.

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Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Analysis Network / November 1

Bill Simmons calls out ‘ludicrous’ Joel Embiid quality as 76ers fall against Celtics in NBA Cup

The Philadelphia 76ers met up against their Eastern Conference rivals in the group stage of the NBA Cup. The Philadelphia 76ers entered the matchup as heavy favorites to win over the Boston Celtics, as they were on a 4-0 undefeated start to the regular season.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / November 1

Three Takeaways From Sixers' Opening NBA Cup Loss

On Friday night, the Philadelphia 76ers welcomed the Boston Celtics into the Xfinity Mobile Arena for the first time this season, looking to extend their unbeaten run.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 1

Boston Celtics Hand Philadelphia 76ers Their First Loss in 109-108 Thriller

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers have played two incredible games this season. Philadelphia pulled off an incredible comeback win on opening night, and fell just short of doing it once again last night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 1

Bill Simmons blasts 76ers’ Joel Embiid for ‘ludicrous’ foul calls

On Friday night, the Philadelphia 76ers met against the Boston Celtics for already the second time this season; their first meeting came on their season opener, with Philly outlasting Boston in a back-and-forth affair, 117-116.

Tyrese Maxey News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31

76ers’ Tyrese Maxey punishes Celtics with flashy scoop and score

Tyrese Maxey reached into his bag and created a marvelous highlight during the Philadelphia 76ers’ matchup against the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Maxey has had an excellent start to the 2025-26 season, the #rh of his career.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / October 31

NBA Legend Allen Iverson Gushes Over 76ers' Backcourt

Allen Iverson spent a large chunk of his Hall of Fame career playing for the Philadelphia 76ers. Although Iverson didn’t initially leave the Sixers’ organization on the best of terms, he never stopped showing love to his former team.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The SportsRush / October 31

Channing Frye, Richard Jefferson Cast Doubt on Joel Embiid’s Place in Nick Nurse’s Tyrese Maxey-Driven 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers are off to one of the hottest starts in the league, and surprisingly, it’s not because of Joel Embiid. The 2023 MVP has been on a minutes restriction, playing around 20 minutes a night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

How Will Sixers Manage NBA’s Best Backcourt Rotation?

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain has taken the next step in his return from the torn UCL he sustained during a late offseason workout. On Thursday, McCain was a full participant in a non-contact practice, per PHLY Sports reporter Kyle Neubeck.