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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey got some work in as teammates for the first time👀 (📸: chrisjohnsonhoops / IG)
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
LeBron James approves this message👑
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Mike Gansey wants to build a roster full of players who want to be in Philadelphia for the long-term. Hence, fountains not drains. However, there is one Sixer who may not fit the mold. @btoporek.bsky.social with more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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New Sixers President's Philosophy Bodes Poorly For One Looming Free Agent
Mike Gansey wants "guys that want to be in Philly," which suggests Quentin Grimes might not be long for the Sixers.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
The Sixers have two key rotation players set to enter free agency in Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes. The midlevel exception may dictate their futures in Philadelphia. @austinkrell.bsky.social with more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Why the Mid-Level Exception Will Dictate the Sixers' Interest in Bringing Back Oubre, Grimes
The Sixers shouldn't be passive players in free agency this time around.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The Thunder and Spurs are obviously on a different level than the Sixers, as proven in the WCF. @btoporek.bsky.social explained why/how and what the Sixers could do to narrow the gap👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Conference Finals Should Be a Wake-Up Call to the Sixers
Four days into the 2026 NBA conference finals, a few things have already become abundantly clear. For one, the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are b
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
ICYMI: The NBA named VJ Edgecombe to the All-Rookie First Team this evening, the first Sixer to be named since Ben Simmons in 2017-18. @btoporek.bsky.social with a newser👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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VJ Edgecombe's All-Rookie Nod Is the First of Many NBA Accolades to Come
Edgecombe figures to work his way into the All-Star conversation in the coming years, and he might not be done there.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
There are many names being floated as candidates to be the Sixers' lead executive but one of them stands out for the wrong reasons. His name? Neil Olshey. @btoporek.bsky.social argued that it would be a bad idea for Philadelphia👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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One Rumored Candidate for Sixers President Would Be a Huge Mistake
If the Sixers hire Neil Olshey to be Daryl Morey's successor, they're asking for trouble.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Tobias Harris going without a field goal in Game 7 on Sunday night proved many Sixers fans right. But he was not the only former Sixer to struggle. @btoporek.bsky.social wrote about how Philadelphia made the right choice about James Harden👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Sixers Should Have No Regrets About This Controversial Free-Agent Decision
Now that James Harden and the Cavaliers have advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals, it's open season on another round of Sixers Revisionist History.
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Austin Krell @austinkrell.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
NEW @sixersonsi.bsky.social 3 biggest takeaways from Bob Myers’ first press conference, from which we learned more about his role, his beliefs about the prospective candidate, and more: www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Three Biggest Takeaways From Bob Myers' Press Conference
Two days after dismissing Daryl Morey, Josh Harris and acting president Bob Myers spent 34 minutes fielding questions from local media on Thursday.
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Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The Sixers have a handful of notable free agents this offseason. But if they can only retain one, there's a clear choice. My latest at @sixersonsi.bsky.social: www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The One Player the Sixers Can’t Afford to Lose This Offseason
If the Sixers can't re-sign all of their free agents this summer, Kelly Oubre Jr. stands out above the rest as the top priority to retain.
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Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Whomever the Sixers hire as Daryl Morey's replacement has a lot of work to do and not much financial flexibility to do it with. At @sixersonsi.bsky.social, I put together a Sixers offseason primer — free agents, cap space, draft picks, trade options and more. www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Offseason Primer: Free Agents, Draft Capital, Salary Cap Space, Trades
The Sixers won't have much financial flexibility this offseason to make some much-needed additions to their roster.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Joel Embiid had a lot to say following the Sixers' elimination to the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon; Some things good, some questionable. @btoporek.bsky.social recapped his most important quotes👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Joel Embiid Reveals His Health Outlook After Season-Ending Loss to Knicks
Although the Sixers' season ended in disappointment, it was a success in one regard for Joel Embiid.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
There is plenty of blame to asses after the #Sixers went down 3-0 to the Knicks on Friday night, from management to star players. @btoporek.bsky.social wrote about who to blame the most👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Who's Most to Blame for Sixers' Brutal Game 3 Loss vs. Knicks?
The Sixers are now one game away from a trip to Cancún.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Jared McCain scored 18 points in 18 minutes for the Thunder in Game 2 against the Lakers on Thursday night—something the #Sixers could desperately use. @btoporek.bsky.social has more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Jared McCain Is Making The Sixers' Trade Deadline Deal Look Even Worse
While Tyrese Maxey runs out of steam in the fourth quarter, Jared McCain is lighting it up off the bench for OKC in the playoffs.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The #Sixers fourth-quarter meltdown in Game 2 against the Knicks spoiled what was the Dominick Barlow game. Nick Nurse turned to Barlow in the second half and he provided a defensive spark that the box score won't show. @btoporek.bsky.social has more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Dominick Barlow Proved He Deserves Spot in Sixers' Rotation vs. Knicks
Dominick Barlow was the Sixers' unsung hero in their Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Joel Embiid has been sidelined for Game 2 against the Knicks due to ankle and hip injuries. @btoporek.bsky.social recapped the latest👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Where Do Sixers Turn After Joel Embiid Ruled Out for Game 2 vs. Knicks?
On Tuesday, the Sixers initially listed Joel Embiid as probable for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the New York Knicks. He was listed with
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
The #Sixers bench scoring struggles have glared all playoffs and Jared McCain's 12-point performance last night only added salt to the wound. @btoporek.bsky.social with more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Knicks Might Make the Sixers Regret Their Trade Deadline Inactivity
While other teams looked to add at this year's trade deadline, the Sixers chose to subtract from their roster.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Joel Embiid is probable, which has been the standard. Except this time, he holds a third injury designation for the third consecutive game. @btoporek.bsky.social broke down the injury report for Game 2👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Injury Report and Starting Lineup vs. Knicks: What to Expect in Game 2
After getting stomped by the Knicks in Game 1, the Sixers have a clean injury report heading into Game 2.
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Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
The Knicks kicked the Sixers' asses last night, plain and simple. How concerned should the Sixers be moving forward? Was Game 1 a sign of things to come or an aberration? At @sixersonsi.bsky.social, I wrote about both the glass-half-full and glass-half-empty cases: www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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How Concerned Should the Sixers Be After Blowout Game 1 Loss vs. Knicks?
Was the Knicks' 39-point rout of the Sixers a sign of things to come or an aberration?
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Less than 24 hours after the #Sixers sent the Celtics out of the postseason, Jaylen Brown resorted to a livestream to air out his complaints. @btoporek.bsky.social rounded up all the negative things Brown said about the Sixers👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Jaylen Brown Melts Down on Twitch Stream About Sixers-Celtics Game 7
One day after losing Game 7 at home to the Sixers in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs, Jaylen Brown hopped on Twitch to talk about it.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
ICYMI: The #Sixers will battle the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals🚨 @btoporek.bsky.social provided the latest on the series from analysis to the schedule👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Second-Round Playoff Schedule vs. Knicks: Dates, Times, TV Channel
After sending the Celtics home for the summer, the Sixers will begin their Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Knicks on Monday.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
The #Sixers 109-100 Game 7 win against the Boston Celtics was a culmination of many great storylines and performances. @btoporek.bsky.social broke down seven winners and losers from Saturday night👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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7 Winners and Losers From Sixers' Breakthrough Game 7 Win Over Celtics
The Sixers took advantage of Jayson Tatum's absence in Game 7 to beat the Celtics in a playoff series for the first time in 40-plus years.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
The #Sixers look to break a decades-long curse, having not defeated the Celtics in the playoffs since the 1981-82 season. @btoporek.bsky.social has you covered with a Game 7 preview👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Sixers Are One Win Away From a Historic Upset Over the Celtics
If the Sixers win Game 7 on Saturday, it will cap one of the biggest upsets in NBA playoff history.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
The #Sixers injury report is essentially clean ahead of Game 7 and while Boston's is as well, the Celtics face a major question mark. @btoporek.bsky.social with the latest👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Injuries Could Be Deciding Factor in Game 7 of Sixers-Celtics Series
The Sixers' injury report is clean for Game 7, but the Celtics have a major question mark on their hands.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Joel Embiid's 33-point performance in Game 5 proved a truth: the #Sixers cannot move on from Joel Embiid yet. @btoporek.bsky.social argues why👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Game 5 vs. Celtics Shows Why Sixers Can't Move On From Joel Embiid Yet
It's difficult to build around someone with constant availability concerns, but Embiid's upside still justifies it.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
The #Sixers stared the Grim Reaper in the face and turned in their best performance of the postseason, handling the Celtics 113-97 in Game 5. @btoporek.bsky.social presents the biggest winners and losers from Game 5👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Winners and Losers of Sixers' Shocking Game 5 Win Over Celtics
What do the Sixers say to the god of death? Not today.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
The #Sixers are poised to be at full health as they take on the Celtics in a win-or-go-home matchup tonight. @austinkrell.bsky.social detailed who's in and out tonight as Philadelphia trails 3-1👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Likely to Have All Hands on Deck With Season on the Line
Boston did not report any injuries.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Tyrese Maxey was asked if the Sixers always thought this series with the Celtics would be competitive despite what national media thought it would be:
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Paul George had only three words for VJ Edgecombe after he recorded a 30-point double-double in Game 2: "You did that?" Jacob Moreno wrote about how the 20-year-old solved Boston's defense and saved the #Sixers playoff hopes👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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How VJ Edgecombe Saved Sixers’ Season in Stunning Game 2 Win Over Celtics
VJ Edgecombe's 30 points and 10 rebounds pushed the Sixers to a 111-97 Game 2 win against the Celtics to keep their playoff hopes alive.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
VJ Edgecombe's 30 points, 10 rebounds, and six three-pointers guided the #Sixers to a 111-97 Game 2 win against Boston, but that's only the start of what he accomplished. @btoporek.bsky.social recapped VJ's historic night👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Wildest Stats From VJ Edgecombe's Historic Game 2 vs. Celtics
VJ Edgecombe made NBA history in the Sixers' Game 2 win over the Celtics on Tuesday.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
The #Sixers have their work cut out for them if they strive to even the series 1-1. But, Philadelphia can make adjustments that gives it a chance. @btoporek.bsky.social has more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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3 Sixers Adjustments That Will Decide Game 2 vs. the Celtics
The Sixers need to fight fire with fire against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
ICYMI: The #Sixers got the 22nd overall pick via Houston from the Jared McCain trade, which will impact how they operate heading into the offseason. @btoporek.bsky.social with more👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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How Draft-Pick Tiebreaker Impacts Sixers' 2026 NBA Draft Approach
The Sixers now know exactly which first-round pick they'll have in the 2026 NBA draft.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
While Joel Embiid took a step into the right direction, he remains sidelined for Game 2 against the Celtics. Otherwise, the #Sixers have a clean injury report. Jacob Moreno gave the latest on the conditions heading into tomorrow👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Stay at Disadvantage for Game 2 Versus Celtics upon Joel Embiid’s status
Joel Embiid remains out for the Sixers as they try to avoid going down 2-0 to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
While Joel Embiid's status for Game 2 has yet to be revealed, the #Sixers announced a positive update on the seven-time All-Star. @btoporek.bsky.social with the latest👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Get Positive Joel Embiid Injury Update Ahead of Game 2 vs. Celtics
Embiid won't be back for Game 2, but he's ramping up after his late-season appendectomy.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
If the #Sixers gut-punching Game 1 loss to the Celtics proved anything, it's that there is a gap between the teams—not only in talent but also development. @btoporek.bsky.social explained how/why👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Gap Between the Celtics and Sixers Has Never Been More Obvious
The Celtics have done a great job developing the depth around their stars. The Sixers? Not so much.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
There were many reasons why the #Sixers suffered their worst opening playoff loss in franchise history. Their inadequate center depth was a huge factor. Jacob Moreno wrote about Adem Bona and Andre Drummond's struggles in Game 1👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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One of Sixers' Biggest Roster Blemishes Came to Light in Blowout Loss to Celtics
The Sixers do not have the center depth to compete against the Boston Celtics without Joel Embiid, evidenced by their 123-91 Game 1 loss.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
VJ Edgecombe on what went through his mind on the acrobatic and-1 layup he made in the first half (via @austinkrell.bsky.social):
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Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Daryl Morey said no needle-movers got moved at this year's trade deadline. Tell that to Coby White. At @sixersonsi.bsky.social, I wrote about how the Sixers' cost-cutting over the past 12 months cost them a shot at landing the guy who saved the Hornets' season. www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Hornets' Coby White Shows Downside of Sixers' Cost-Cutting Approach
The Sixers priced themselves out of being able to acquire Coby White at the trade deadline this year, which could prove costly.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
The #Sixers host the No. 8 seed Magic at 7:30 p.m. EST in the Play-In Tournament. Philadelphia secures the seventh seed with a win. But the Sixers will battle the Hornets on Friday for eighth place with a loss.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Today is the day—the #Sixers will take on the Magic for the seventh seed at 7:30 p.m. EST. Joel Embiid is officially out, so do the Sixers have a chance? @austinkrell.bsky.social, @btoporek.bsky.social, and Jacob Moreno gave their predictions👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers vs Magic Staff Predictions: Who Gets the Seventh Seed in the East Playoffs?
Will the Sixers earn a matchup with the Boston Celtics, or will their season be pushed to the ropes with another Play-In game required?
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
It's official—the #Sixers will host the Magic on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. EST in a Play-In Tournament clash. @btoporek.bsky.social has all the key information for the matchup👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Play-In Tournament Schedule: Dates, Times, Opponents, TV Channel
Heading into Sunday, it seemed as though the Sixers were headed for the No. 8 seed in the East. Even if they beat the Milwaukee Bucks, they would have been the
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Austin Krell @austinkrell.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
82/82 Year 6 on the Sixers beat nearly in the books. Appreciate you all for following along year after year, even amid a publication change midseason this year.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Tyrese Maxey's 32 points kept the #Sixers hopes of avoiding the Play-In Tournament alive as Philadelphia handled the Pacers 105-94 tonight. @austinkrell.bsky.social with six thoughts from the game👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Six Thoughts: Maxey's Big Night Gives Sixers Something to Play for on Sunday
Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 32 points, eight rebounds and five assists to power the Sixers to a victory over the Indiana Pacers and keep their hopes of avo
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Joel Embiid, who wasn't listed on the injury report, is OUT against the Rockets tonight with an illness. @btoporek.bsky.social with the latest👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers' Injury Surprise vs. Rockets Might Seal Their Place in the Play-In Tournament
Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets, which is shaping up as a must-win for the Sixers.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
League-wide events have positioned the #Sixers in a difficult spot as they strive to avoid the Play-In Tournament. @btoporek.bsky.social broke down what needs to happen for the Sixers to do so👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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What the Sixers Must Do to Avoid the NBA's Play-In Tournament
Two Orlando Magic wins over the past two days put the Sixers in a rough spot with four days left in the regular season.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
The #Sixers (43-36) will face the Rockets (50-29) at 8 p.m. EST on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Philadelphia aims to climb up from the eighth seed against Houston, which is on a seven-game win streak.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
If the #Sixers stay locked into the Play-In Tournament, they will want to avoid these two teams 😅 @btoporek.bsky.social ranked who Philadelphia wants to see in the Play-In from worst to best👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Ranking the Sixers' Preferred Opponents in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament
If the Sixers wind up in the play-in tournament, they should hope to avoid the Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Pretty much everything went wrong for the #Sixers— who bumped to the seventh seed—last night. @btoporek.bsky.social detailed what went wrong👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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The Sixers Had a Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Night
Last Wednesday, just about everything that could have broken in the Sixers' favor did break in the Sixers' favor. On Monday, the opposite happened. The Sixers h
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
The #Sixers hold the sixth seed with a tiebreaker over the Raptors, but they play the Spurs tonight. However, that's not the only important game on tonight. @btoporek.bsky.social with today's rooting guide👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Playoffs Rooting Guide for NBA Games on April 6
The Sixers have a massive game of their own Monday against the Spurs, but that isn't the only game with major playoff implications for them.
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Sixers On SI @sixersonsi.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Tyrese Maxey accomplished something huge amidst the #Sixers 115-103 win over the Timberwolves last night that could be game-changing for how people view his year. @btoporek.bsky.social has the latest👇 www.si.com/nba/76ers/on...
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Sixers Star Should Now Be An All-NBA Lock
Tyrese Maxey appeared in his 65th game Friday, which should put him in line to earn his first-ever All-NBA nod.
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