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Sixers Honor Jared McCain's Breakout Showing vs Cavaliers

Heading into the 2026 season, one member of the Philadelphia 76ers many have their eyes on is guard Jared McCain. As he attempts to bounce back from a devastating finish to his rookie campaign, the team highlighted one of his most promising showings.

Joel Embiid News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 31

Sixers Fans Get Harsh Reminder of Key Departure From Joel Embiid’s Run

On Wednesday, CBS Sports’ Robby Kalland ranked the top 25 biggest NBA free agent signings of the 21st century. When putting together the rankings, the main criteria was how impactful the signed player was to the team’s success. Kalland ranked the Miami Heat signing Jimmy Butler in a sign-and-trade with the Philadelphia 76ers at No.

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76ers' financial situation tabbed as worst in NBA amid Joel Embiid concerns · Sporting News

76ers trade prediction sends Jared McCain, Paul George to Bucks for $175M Finals Champion · Sporting News

76ers president claims James Harden is 'a better scorer than Michael Jordan' · Sporting News

Nick Nurse News / NBA Analysis Network / August 30

Who is Nick Nurse? All you need to know about Philadelphia 76ers’ head coach

Nick Nurse is currently in preparation for Year 3 with the Philadelphia 76ers. The modern era hasn’t been kind to the Philadelphia 76ers. They have struggled in the postseason despite having Joel Embiid as the cornerstone star of the franchise.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 30

Sixers Star Showcases Three Point Shooting in Recent Clip

Last season saw Tyrese Maxey's role on the Philadelphia 76ers grow, as his co-stars Joel Embiid and Paul George would miss significant stretches over the course of the season with their respective injuries.

NBA News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 30

Sixers Star Pokes Fun at Teammate's First Pitch

It's been a few months since the Philadelphia 76ers selected VJ Edgecombe with the third pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, ending months of speculation regarding what they would do with the highly sought-after pick.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 29

Philadelphia 76ers most exciting player next season will prove he is the next face of their franchise

The Philadelphia 76ers will have one of their bright young prospects establish themselves as the future of the team. After Paul George and Joel Embiid’s injury issues derailed their campaign, the Philadelphia 76ers are looking to bounce back.

Adem Bona News / Liberty Ballers / August 29

Adem Bona continues solid start to first EuroBasket experience

Coming off a rookie season for the Sixers in which he showed the kind of athleticism, energy and ability at both ends of the floor to become a rock-solid backup center, Adem Bona has been getting some extra experience this summer with his EuroBasket debut.

Tyrese Maxey News / Hardwood Heroics / August 29

'I’ll be at 90 by the End of the Year' – Philadelphia 76ers Star Drops Bold NBA 2K Prediction for Next Season

Tyrese Maxey has recently been revealed to have an 86 rating on the upcoming NBA 2K26, and the Philadelphia 76ers star felt it could be higher. While most NBA players put a lot of stock into their NBA 2K rating, Maxey uses it to motivate himself.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 29

Sixers’ Offense Receives Concerning Offseason Grade

Looking ahead to the 2025-2026 season, Bleacher Reports’s Greg Swartz graded the offenses of all 30 NBA teams. Swartz assigned the Philadelphia 76ers’ offense a C-. “Even as veterans like Joel Embiid and Paul George fight through injuries, a nice young core is building here.

VJ Edgecombe News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 28

Experts See Sixers' Rookie as Candidate for Major Award

With the third pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers selected VJ Edgecombe from Baylor University, which brought an end to months of speculation regarding what they would do with the highly coveted pick.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 28

Sixers Star Excited to Partake In NBA's Abu Dhabi Games

The beginning of the Philadelphia 76ers' offseason won't see them in the recently renamed Xfinity Mobile Arena, in the City of Brotherly Love, or anywhere else in the United States, for that matter, as they were named as one of the teams to play in the NBA's Abu Dhabi Games.

Andre Iguodala News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 28

Is Andre Iguodala the Sixers’ Best Draft Choice of 21st Century?

On Tuesday, CBS Sports’ Sam Quinn released a list of the best NBA Draft picks from each of the last 25 years. The list highlights the top value picks from each class, rather than simply the best players.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28

Philadelphia 76ers NBA 2K26 ratings that are 100% wrong

NBA 2K26 is about to hit the shelves, with early access to the game being available on the 29th of August and the game going live globally on the fifth of September.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 27

Tyrese Haliburton Confirms Heartbreaking Joel Embiid Report After Befriending Sixers Star

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid is one of the most complex sports figures we’ve seen in a long time. The seven-foot giant has the ability to score at will, while simultaneously being one of the greatest defenders in modern NBA history.

Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 27

Sixers' Tyrese Maxey Makes Bold Claim About NBA 2K Rating

NBA players will get a chance to play themselves on the newest version of the 2K game. Recently, Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey learned his 2025-2026 rating through an interview with Overtime.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 27

Sixers Wind Up on The Wrong End of Historic NBA Rankings

In their recent history, the Philadelphia 76ers have had their fair share of crushing defeats. However, there is one instance that stands out above the rest.

Adem Bona News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / August 27

Adem Bona Gets Special Good Luck Wish From the Sixers

Adem Bona is gearing up for more hoops this summer. The Philadelphia 76ers center is about to put together a campaign at EuroBasket, representing Turkey.

Celtics-76ers Trade Report Receives New Development

The Philadelphia 76ers haven't been all too busy during the offseason. They drafted V.J. Edgecombe, but other than that, they've re-signed Kyle Lowry while Andre Drummond and Eric Gordon opted into their contracts.

Philadelphia 76ers News / NBA Draft on SI / August 24

How the 76ers' Youth Will be Critical to Competing for a Championship

Now over 10 years removed from the beginning of 'The Process', the Philadelphia 76ers are still searching for their first championship of the era. With the last decade of basketball being built around former MVP Joel Embiid, the 76ers haven't reached the Conference Finals despite plenty of supporting talent.

Anfernee Simons News / Fastbreak on SI / August 24

Philadelphia 76ers Reportedly Have Trade Interest In 20 PPG Scorer

Anfernee Simons has been among the best scorers in the Western Conference over the previous three seasons. He has averaged 20.7 points per contest while shooting 43.4% from the field in that period.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 24

Rockets' Alperen Sengun headlines Turkey's EuroBasket roster

Turkey has become the latest team to finalize its roster for EuroBasket 2025, announcing its 12-man squad on Sunday ahead of the start of the tournament this week.

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Tyrese Maxey News / Hardwood Heroics / August 23

'I’ve Been Learning a Lot From Him' – Philadelphia 76ers Rookie Calls Tyrese Maxey His New Mentor

The Philadelphia 76ers finished nearly at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings last season. But something good came from it in the form of VJ Edgecombe, whom they selected with the third overall pick in this year’s NBA Draft.