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Saturday's scores: Malik Monk nails game-winning 3 vs. Pistons

Kemba Walker leads the Celtics to their 10-straight win, while James Harden and Bradley Beal both score 44 points in their team's wins. Catch up on all the day's scores, highlights and top performers, right here.

NBA.com Staff

NBA 2K20 season simulation results

In what is expected to be one of the closest rin NBA Championships pursuits in years, NBA 2K20 has simulated the 2019-20 season with some interesting results.

Kane Pitman

Kemba scores 25, Celtics win 9th straight

Plenty of NBA action on Thursday, headlined by James Harden's 47 points in a win over the Clippers and the Celtics winning a league-best 9th straight game.

NBA.com Staff

Magic use big 4th quarter to beat Embiid-less 76ers

The Orlando Magic outscored the Philadelphia 76ers 32-15 in the fourth quarter to seal a 112-97 win at home.

Benyam Kidane

Tuesday's action: Kings knock off Blazers

There were eight games of NBA action headlined by the Lakers earning a big win in Phoenix and Trae Young going off for a season-high 42 points!

NBA.com Staff

Embiid comes up clutch as 76ers edge Cavs

The 76ers closed the game on a 6-0 run to escape with a 98-97 win against the Cavaliers at Wells Fargo Center.

Benyam Kidane

Monday's scores: Blazers edge Hawks in OT

Nikola Jokic hit another game-winning jumper, the Raptors bring the Lakers' win streak to an end, while the Blazers escape in OT against the Hawks. If you missed any of the action, we have you covered with all the scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Follow live: 22 NBA teams in action

Saturday's 11-game action includes game-winners, 50+ point games, career-highs and an OT thriller.

NBA.com Staff

Jokic clutch in 19-point comeback

Nikola Jokic comes up clutch against the Philadelphia 76ers with a dagger jumper to seal the deal in Denver.

Carlan Gay

Simmons (shoulder) likely out three games

Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports has reported that the All-Star guard is likely set to miss the team's next three games with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder.

Gilbert McGregor

Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1

There's a new No. 1 in this week's power rankings! In addition to the big change at the top, the Lakers, Celtics, Heat and Suns are among those making moves up the ladder. See who else is rising and falling in the latest update!

Kyle Irving

Takeaways: Jazz earn hard-fought win over 76ers

The Utah Jazz had five players score in double figures, led by Donovan Mitchell's 24 points in an impressive 106-104 win over the Philadelphia 76ers

Benyam Kidane

Thursday's action: Stars shine bright

Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden and Luka Doncic were among the biggest standouts during a full slate of NBA action Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Simmons exits game vs. Jazz with shoulder injury

Ben Simmons suffered a shoulder injury in the first quarter against the Jazz.

Benyam Kidane

Ingles, Jazz edge 76ers 106-104

The Utah Jazz snap their four-game losing streak against the Philadelphia 76ers, with a narrow 106-104 win at Vivint Smart Home Arena.

Benyam Kidane

Would you rather have Simmons or Mitchell?

Now two seasons removed from the heated 2018 Rookie of the Year debate, who would you rather have right now, Ben Simmons or Donovan Mitchell?

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's scores: Warriors stun Blazers

There were only six games on Tuesday's slate but there was no shortage of big matchups, headlined by the surging Phoenix Suns knocking off the undefeated Philadelphia 76ers.

NBA.com Staff

Booker scores 40 points to hand 76ers first loss

The Phoenix Suns move to 5-2 on the season after a 114-109 win over the previously unbeaten Philadelphia 76ers.

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Recap of Sunday's action

In a Conference Finals rematch, the Bucks beat the Raptors and the 76ers remained the only undefeated team in the league in a thriller in Portland.

NBA.com Staff

Korkmaz's game winning three keeps 76ers undefeated

The Philadelphia 76ers remain unbeaten (5-0) after securing a 129-128 win on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Benyam Kidane

Towns and Embiid suspended for two games

The NBA has announced that Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embiid will each receive a two-game suspension for their altercation.

Kane Pitman

Simmons rises in updated MVP odds?

Simmons is rising, Curry is falling and Giannis remains ahead of the pack. Check out the latest MVP odds along with some of the key storylines emerging after the first week of the regular season!

Micah Adams

Recap of Thursday's games

It was another busy day in the NBA with 11 games, meaning 22 teams were in action. We have you covered with the best of the best from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Embiid, KAT ejected as 76ers cruise past Wolves

The Philadelphia 76ers continue their unbeaten start to the season, with a 117-95 win.

Benyam Kidane

Ranking the best centres in the NBA

Is Joel Embiid or Nikola Jokic at No. 1? Did Al Horford crack the top 5? Who just missed out? Our NBA.com Staff ranks the best centres in the NBA entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

The year of the international superstar

Seven players born outside of the United States made the All-Star team in 2018-19, tied for the most ever in a single season. With All-Star hopefuls like Luka Doncic, Pascal Siakam and Rudy Gobert knocking at the door, 2019-20 could be the year of the international superstar.

Micah Adams

Aussie Round-Up: How the Australian players fared in their season-opening games

Patty Mills, Joe Ingles, Aron Baynes and Ben Simmons each tipped off the season in style, playing big roles for their teams in season-opening wins. Check out the Aussie Round-Up to see how each of them fared in their first game of the season.

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How Simmons can become a DPOY candidate

Ben Simmons has gone on record saying that he has aspirations to become the first guard to win Defensive Player of the Year since Gary Payton in 1996. How can he get there in Year 3? It begins with unmatched versatility.

Gilbert McGregor

1st week takeaways from around the NBA

How good is Trae Young? Is Karl Anthony-Towns the league's MVP? Is it over for the Warriors dynasty? Takeaways from a chaotic first week.

Carlan Gay

Recap of Tuesday's NBA action

Today's 11-game slate saw plenty of impressive performances, headlined by big scoring nights from Joel Embiid and James Harden, while the Warriors and Knicks pick up their first wins of the season.

NBA.com Staff

Embiid powers 76ers past Hawks

Joel Embiid buried the game-winning free throws with 5.3 seconds remaining to help the 76ers seal a 105-103 win to remain unbeaten (3-0) this season.

Benyam Kidane

Who made the biggest jump after Week 1?

The first week of the 2019-20 NBA season is behind us and the result was a ton of movement in this week's edition of our Power Rankings. The 76ers and Nuggets both made a jump up in the top-10, while the struggling Warriors fell out of the top-10. After a strong week, teams like the Heat, Mavericks, Suns and Hawks also made significant leaps from where they started the season!

NBA.com Staff

Simmons records career-high in steals as 76ers hang on to edge Pistons

The Philadelphia 76ers move to 2-0 on the season after securing a 117-111 win over the Detroit Pistons, despite the absence of Joel Embiid.

Benyam Kidane

Recap of Sunday's action

Opening week continued with Sunday's 10-game slate, including home openers for the Bucks, Hawks, Knicks, Cavaliers and Bulls.

NBA.com Staff

Opening Day overreactions

Kyrie Irving will break an untouchable scoring record, Andre Drummond will win the MVP and P.J. Washington will emerge as a sure-fire Hall-of-Famer. Is it reckless to completely overreact to one game? Of course! But it sure is fun so we did it anyways.

Micah Adams

Recap of Opening Day for 22 teams

22 teams tipped-off their season on Thursday. If you missed any of the action right, we had you covered here with one-stop shopping for box scores, play-by-play, updates, stats and highlights.

NBA.com Staff

Takeaways: Simmons leads 76ers past Celtics in opener

It wasn't pretty, but the Philadelphia 76ers will be happy after battling their way to a 103-97 win over the Boston Celtics in their first game of the season.

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76ers grind out a tough win over Celtics in opening game

Ben Simmons' monster stat line helped lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a grind-it-out win over their Atlantic Division rival Boston Celtics.

Kyle Irving

Will the 76ers open the season with a win over their rivals?

Philadelphia 76ers versus Boston Celtics – one of the best rivalries the NBA has to offer. Can the Sixers start their season of high expectations with a win over their Atlantic Division foe?

Kyle Irving

Nine Aussies make NBA opening night rosters

Opening-night rosters feature nine Australian players - the second most players from a non-U.S. country this season.

Official Release

The 14 players that can win the MVP

Historic levels of star talent spread across a wide-open league sets the stage for an MVP race featuring far more candidates than usual with the potential for unexpected turns around every corner. There are favourites and there are darkhorses. Here's how each and every one of them could win it.

Micah Adams

Who starts at No. 1 in Power Rankings entering the season?

Is LeBron or Kawhi in the top spot? Are the Bucks or Sixers atop the East? Check out this week's NBA Power Rankings to take stock of all 30 teams heading into the regular season.

K Irving and Mic...

Predicting All-NBA First Team this season

Will Damian Lillard challenged Stephen Curry or James Harden? Who gets left off among LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis? Should Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid be the favourite at the 5? Is there someone else primed for a darkhorse run to All-NBA First Team honours?

NBA.com Staff

Which teams will make the Finals this season?

After a busy offseason, the league appears to be more wide open than it has been in years past. Who will be playing for the Larry O'Brien Trophy in June?

NBA.com Staff

Ben Simmons on his jumpshot: 'I’m not a great shooter. I’m getting better, though'

Ben Simmons admits his jumpshot is a work in progress as he continues to expand his game.

Benyam Kidane

Simmons donates more than 600 winter coats to Philly elementary school

The second annual 'Coats for Kids' event ensured that more than 1,200 Philadelphia youth receive winter coats in last two years.

NBA.com

Making the case for teams to win the East

The Bucks and 76ers are the heavy favourites to win the Eastern Conference, but do any other teams have a chance? Of course they do. How can each contender in the East make a push to the NBA Finals?

Kyle Irving

Recap of Wednesday's preseason action

Get the latest scores, highlights and results from Wednesday's preseason action.

Yash Matange

Biggest reason to watch all 30 teams

Dynamic duos, hidden talents, forgotten stars, potential breakthroughs and mysterious chemistry experiments... the 2019-20 season is going to be a madhouse. Don't know where to begin? We've got you covered.

Micah Adams

How Ben Simmons’ shooting can open up the Philadelphia 76ers' offence

After going 0-18 from beyond the arc in his first two seasons, Ben Simmons drained a 3 in his first preseason game which sent a message for all to hear. He's ready to let it fly which means the rest of the NBA is in big, BIG trouble.

Benyam Kidane

Where do teams stand after one week of the preseason?

The NBA preseason is underway and the regular season is quickly approaching. Where does your favourite team stand after one week of preseason action?

Kyle Irving

Simmons drains first career three-pointer in 76ers' pre-season win

Simmons recorded 21 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in the Philadelphia 76ers' pre-season opener against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions.

Benyam Kidane

76ers head coach thinks Simmons can be the best defensive player in the NBA

Simmons received only two votes for the All-Defensive Second Team last season, but he's proven to be one of the more versatile defenders in the league.

Scott Rafferty

Ranking the best small forwards in the NBA

Kawhi Leonard. LeBron James. Paul George. Jimmy Butler. Luka Doncic. Jayson Tatum. The NBA's small forward position is in good shape entering the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

Ranking the best point guards in the NBA

Ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff is ranking the top-10 players at every position. Take a look at the top-10 point guards in the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Best quotes from Ben Simmons at 76ers media day

Simmons covered a lot of ground at Philadelphia's media day, from his personal goals this season, the defensive potential of the new-look 76ers and — yes — his intentions to shoot more 3-pointers.

Scott Rafferty

Can Simmons and Embiid take the 76ers to the next level?

Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid enter the 2019-20 season with plenty of expectations as the young duo look to take the next step and launch the 76ers into the NBA's elite.

Benyam Kidane

Can Simmons and Embiid take the 76ers to The Finals?

After falling a few bounces away from potentially reaching the Eastern Conference Finals a season ago, the 76ers have reloaded and are poised for a deep playoff push. Do they have what it takes to live up to the preseason hype and reach their first NBA Finals since 2001?

Kyle Irving

Ben Simmons says he 'fell in love' with basketball again this off-season

After a strong off-season of work, Ben Simmons says he's re-discovered his love for the game.

Benyam Kidane

76ers head coach Brett Brown: 'We will encourage Ben Simmons to shoot threes'

Multiple videos have surfaced this offseason of Ben Simmons working on his 3-point jump shot. Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown stated at the team's annual luncheon that they will encourage Simmons to shoot threes this season.

Kyle Irving

The 30 best players in the NBA

Kawhi, Giannis or LeBron? Curry or Harden? Did Ben Simmons make the cut? Our Global NBA.com staff weighed in to select the top 30 NBA players.

Micah Adams

The Sixers offseason presents new challenges for Simmons

The 76ers pushed in their chips this summer to compete for a title but in doing so, gave more responsibility to Ben Simmons than ever before, challenging him to develop into a true championship-calibre point guard.

Matthew Blum

NBA Jam Week: ranking all 30 top NBA duos

Is there a world in which LeBron James and Anthony Davis are the two best players in the league? What if Kristaps Porzingis is fully healed and suits up next to an even better version of Luka Doncic? Would it be that crazy if Klay Thompson returned and the Splash Brothers once again rolled as an unstoppable tag-team?

Micah Adams

Where does Simmons/Richardson rank among all 30 backcourts?

Is the Rocket-fueled backcourt of James Harden and Russell Westbrook undeniably the best in the NBA? Is Utah's buzz-worthy backcourt of Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley overrated? How good will the duo of Stephen Curry and D'Angelo Russell be while Golden State awaits the return of Klay Thompson? Will Ben Simmons thrive next to his new backcourt partner?

Micah Adams

Back to School: Simmons' journey from Melbourne to the No. 1 pick

One season at Louisiana State University was all it took for Ben Simmons to be selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft. But how did the former Rookie of the Year get from Australia to LSU to the NBA?

Kyle Irving

Simmons inks deal to become an ambassador for Four n' Twenty meat pies

Two Australian icons are joining forces, with news that Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons will be repping Four’N Twenty meat pies, becoming an ambassador for the Aussie classic.

NBA.com Staff

REVEALED: Australian players' NBA 2K20 ratings and first look screenshots

With NBA 2K20 hitting shelves around the world next week, we've got you covered with the first look at the Aussies in the game, along with their player ratings heading into the 2019-20 season.

Benyam Kidane

Games that will define this season

Of the 1,230 games on the regular season schedule, these are the ones that matter the most beyond simply who wins and who loses. These are the games that transcend the scoreboard to offer up a view on where we've already been, where we are now and where we're going next.

Micah Adams

When are the 76ers biggest games this season?

With the NBA releasing its schedule for the 2019-20 season, we're taking a look at some of the most notable games on the Philadelphia 76ers' schedule.

Benyam Kidane

Must-see games for Australian NBA fans

With the NBA releasing its schedule for the 2019-20 season, we're taking a look at some of the most notable games featuring Australians going head-to-head.

Benyam Kidane

Biggest head-to-head matchups next season

After one of the busiest offseasons in recent memory, fans can now mark their calendars for some of the biggest head-to-head matchups that will feature no shortage of star power across the board

Gilbert McGregor

Which game are you most excited for?

Is it the 76ers vs. Bucks or the Clippers vs. Lakers? Our NBA.com Staff breaks down which game they're circling on their calendar for the 2019-20 season.

NBA.com Staff

Way-too-early Christmas Day preview

The 2019-20 NBA Christmas Day schedule has been released. NBA fans are in for a treat with a loaded five-game slate, but what's there to look forward to in each matchup?

Kyle Irving

All-Decade Team: Who could be up next?

As a new NBA decade nears, these players may be poised to rise to the top.

Sekou Smith

Report: 76ers to host Bucks on Christmas Day

The NBA Christmas Day schedule has been released through multiple reports, headlined by a battle at the STAPLES Center between the LA Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers

Kyle Irving

Simmons doesn't need a jumper to improve as a scorer

The talk around Ben Simmons' offensive deficiencies are often focused around his jump shot, but a change in mentality on that end of the floor could be an easier first step to him becoming a better scorer.

Kyle Irving

76ers unveil throwback uniforms to be debuted in 2019-20

The Philadelphia 76ers have unveiled a recreated "Classic Edition" version of the team's uniforms from the 1970-71 season

Kyle Irving

Jalen Rose says Ben Simmons will shoot more jumpers this season

On a segment of "Jalen & Jacoby", Rose shared that Simmons newfound confidence will both unlock the 76ers' offence and allow the team to reach new heights.

Gilbert McGregor

Simmons withdraws from Boomers vs Team USA exhibition games

Simmons and Basketball Australia released as joint statement today announcing that the Aussie will forgo playing in the two exhibition games in Melbourne.

Benyam Kidane

Who should play on Christmas?

While we're weeks away from the release of the 2019-20 NBA schedule, our NBA.com staff fleshes out their own personal wishlist for a slate of games during one of the biggest days in the regular season.

G McGregor and K...

Radio host on Simmons jumper: 'I think that video is a waste of my time'

Eddie Johnson isn't impressed with the quick clip of Ben Simmons' jump shot.

Carlan Gay

Simmons flashes 3-point jumper in offseason pick-up run

Ben Simmons has not converted a 3-pointer in two seasons in the league. With an increased focus on his perimeter jump shot this offseason, he put it on display during a pick-up run against other NBA talent.

Kyle Irving

Divisional Rankings: Can the 76ers win the Atlantic?

There's been a lot of movement in the Atlantic Division in the offseason, is it still one of the toughest in the NBA?

Carlan Gay

Did the 76ers improve this offseason?

The 76ers signed Al Horford and added Josh Richardson via sign-and-trade for Jimmy Butler. Along with the re-signings of Tobias Harris, James Ennis and Mike Scott, should they be the favourites in the East?

Kyle Irving

Embiid, Bosh, Brogdon headline BWB Africa 2019

The 17th annual Basketball Without Borders Africa camp will be held in Saly, Senegal.

Carlan Gay

Simmons to play in Exhibition Games, forego World Cup

This past weekend it was reported that Australian superstar Ben Simmons would not play in the upcoming FIBA World Cup. He confirmed those reports with an official statement via Twitter

Kyle Irving

FiveThirtyEight gives Philadelphia 76ers highest odds to win the NBA Finals

FiveThirtyEight has released its first version of the 2019-20 NBA prediction model. The Philadelphia 76ers have the highest odds to win the NBA Finals

Kyle Irving

Power Rankings post-Russ/CP3 trade

The NBA is set to be the most balanced it has been in over a decade. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis together, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George teamed up and the Bucks and Nuggets running it back with similar rosters, who's the top team in the league following a chaotic free agency?

Kyle Irving

Can Simmons deliver after receiving max contract?

Ben Simmons is an All-Star and a foundational piece on what could be the favourite in the Eastern Conference. He's racked up more triple-doubles through two seasons than any player in NBA history not named Oscar Robertson. But beyond the surface layer comparisons to Big O and Magic Johnson, can Simmons deliver now that he's a max player?

Micah Adams

Simmons' NBA 2K20 rating revealed, Kawhi, LeBron earn top spot

The first round of NBA 2K20 ratings have dropped, with the game's top 20 players revealed.

Benyam Kidane

Simmons signs extension with 76ers

The deal is worth a reported $170 million, according to Simmons' agent. He was heading into the final year of his rookie contract.

Gabrielle McMillen

Tobias Harris: Simmons' jumper 'is looking really good'

As the Sixers held a press conference for six players they have made deals with this summer, Harris raved about what he's seen from team's All-Star point guard this summer.

Gilbert McGregor

Report: Simmons, 76ers agree on max extension

Simmons made his first All-Star Team with averages of 16.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game in the 2018-19 season.

Scott Rafferty

Las Vegas Summer League Day 8 Recap

Day 8 of Summer League action consisted of eight consolation games as we gear up for the tournament, which tips off tomorrow. There were plenty of notable performances and big games and we've got you covered with everything from the day.

Gilbert McGregor

Ennis: '(76ers) are going to walk to the Finals in the East'

The veteran forward is confident in his team and is ready to help them get to the Finals.

Carlan Gay

Vegas Summer League Day 2 recap

The NBA Summer League action continued on Day 2 in Las Vegas with plenty of highlights. We've got you covered with a full recap of the day.

Benyam Kidane

Which team is the favourite to win the title?

As the NBA landscape takes shape following a blockbuster free agency period, our global NBA.com writers look ahead and pick their favourite to win the 2020 NBA title.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers, Bucks, 76ers targeting Korver following trade

Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Grizzlies have traded Kyle Korver and Jevon Carter to the Suns for De'Anthony Melton, Josh Jackson and picks.

Kyle Irving

Report: Simmons, Sixers nearing max extension

The 23-year-old made the first All-Star appearance in his sophomore season after averaging 16.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game.

Gilbert McGregor

Horford agrees to 4-year, $109m deal with 76ers

Following Jimmy Butler's sign-and-trade to the Miami Heat, the Philadelphia 76ers reportedly have agreed to a four-year, $109 million deal.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Harris to stay with 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers acquired Tobias Harris at the trade deadline in a huge deal that included several draft picks. He averaged 18.2 points in 27 regular season games with the 76ers.

Scott Rafferty

76ers begin talks with Simmons for max extension

Simmons is set for a huge payday, coming off an All-Star season averaging 16.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game.

Benyam Kidane

Report: Redick agrees to two-year deal with Pelicans

Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard JJ Redick has reportedly agreed to a two-year, $26.5 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Benyam Kidane

Where should Jimmy Butler sign?

Butler is expected to sign a max deal wherever he lands. Should he run things back with the 76ers or move on elsewhere to establish a new power?

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What should 76ers do in free agency?

The 76ers have a huge summer ahead of them, with Jimmy Butler, Tobias Harris and JJ Redick each being unrestricted free agents. What should they do?

NBA.com Staff

Rockets to pursue Butler in free agency

The Houston Rockets are reportedly targeting Philadelphia 76ers swingman Jimmy Butler in free agency, in a potential sign-and-trade.

Benyam Kidane

Who are the best players in the NBA?

With the 2018-19 season in the books, the global NBA.com staff updated our list of the top 15 players in the league based on this past season including the playoffs. Is LeBron James still King of the NBA? Or has someone else snatched his spot atop the NBA hierarchy?

NBA.com Staff

NBA Draft 2019: A complete history of Australians in the NBA Draft

Ben Simmons and Andrew Bogut highlight the deep history of Australian's being picked in the NBA Draft.

James McKern

Report: Ujiri 'intrigued' by Wizards' GM role

The Washington Wizards have some key pieces in place, but is it enough to entice Masai Ujiri to entertain their GM role?

Carlan Gay

Ben Simmons announces he will play for the Australian Boomers at the World Cup

Ben Simmons took to Twitter today to announce he will be wearing the green and gold this off-season, playing with the Australian National Team.

Benyam Kidane

Butler: 'I will get a max contract anywhere I choose to go'

Jimmy Butler is confident he is set for a huge payday this off-season, whether it be with the Philadelphia 76ers or elsewhere around the league.

Benyam Kidane

Ben Simmons' goal: 'I want to get better all around'

Ben Simmons' second season came to an end at the hands of the Toronto Raptors and Kawhi Leonard and the Aussie guard is looking to take his game even further.

James McKern

Report: Brett Brown to return as coach

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown is reportedly set to return to the organisation as the man in charge.

James McKern

Ben Simmons' best games from 2018/19

In his second season in the league, Ben Simmons elevated his game and earned his first every NBA All-Star Game appearance. But which games were his best?

James McKern

How did Ben Simmons stack up in his second season?

Ben Simmons enjoyed another strong season in the NBA, but just how bright is his star shining after his second campaign?

NBA.com Staff

Leonard's game-winner leaves Embiid in tears

Kawhi Leonard's game-winner to lead the Raptors past the 76ers in Game 7 left All-Star centre Joel Embiid in tears after a hard-fought effort

Kyle Irving

Kawhi's game-winner vs. Carter's miss in '01

Kawhi Leonard's Game 7 game-winner gave Raptors fans flashbacks to a shot they've seen before – one that didn't fall their way several years back against the very same franchise in the same situation.

Kyle Irving

Drake hints at Kawhi Leonard freestyle after Game 7 heroics

The Raptors' No. 1 fan took to Instagram following Game 7, hinting that a Kawhi Leonard track could be on the way!

Benyam Kidane

Stats to know from Leonard's Game 7 performance

Including: Kawhi Leonard is the first player in NBA Playoffs history to make a game-winning buzzer-beater in a Game 7.

Scott Rafferty

Twitter reaction, sights, sounds from Kawhi's game-winner

Kawhi Leonard set the basketball world ablaze with an extremely difficult series-clinching game winner in Game 7 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

Gilbert McGregor

Simmons: 'We can compete with the best'

The Philadelphia 76ers' season ended in heartbreak as Kawhi Leonard's buzzer beater sent the Toronto Raptors into the Conference Finals.

Benyam Kidane

Takeaways from a thrilling Game 7

Kawhi Leonard stole the show with 41 points and the game-winning jump shot to send the Raptors to the Eastern Conference Finals.

S Rafferty and B...

What's next for the 76ers?

Will the 76ers re-sign Jimmy Butler and Tobias Harris? How much cap space do they have to work with? Can Ben Simmons take the next step in his development?

Scott Rafferty

Live updates from Game 7

The Toronto Raptors are headed to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second time in franchise history.

Gilbert McGregor

Lowry ahead of Game 7: "Do whatever it takes to win"

The Raptors face a chance to reach their second Eastern Conference Finals in franchise history if they can come away with a Game 7 win over the 76ers

Kyle Irving

NBA Playoff broadcast schedule

We have you covered on the date and time of every game on ESPN throughout the NBA Playoffs!

NBA.com Staff

Four things to watch in Game 7 of Raptors-76ers

Will the 76ers continue to dominate the offensive glass? Can the Raptors make open shots? Will someone other than Kawhi Leonard or Pascal Siakam step up for Toronto?

Scott Rafferty

History of Raptors and Sixers in Game 7

The Sixers have played in 15 Game 7s in franchise history while the Raptors have appeared in just four. Take a look back at how each franchise has fared in Game 7.

Gilbert McGregor

Brett Brown praises Ben Simmons' Game 6

After a tough opening five games to the series, Ben Simmons bounced back in a big way during Game 6.

James McKern

Takeaways: Sixers force Game 7

Led by the trio of Jimmy Butler, Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons, the Philadelphia 76ers earned a big win in Game 6 over the Raptors to force a decisive Game 7 in Toronto.

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Butler leads Sixers to Game 6 win

Philadelphia forces a decisive Game 7 with an 11-point win over Toronto. If you missed any of the action, check below for live updates from throughout the game.

Gilbert McGregor

Embiid tells Drake 76ers will be back for Game 7

The Raptors have taken a 3-2 series lead over the 76ers, one win away from advancing to the Conference Finals but Joel Embiid told Drake after their Game 5 loss that Philly will be back in Toronto for Game 7

Kyle Irving

The curious case of Benjamin Simmons

Ben Simmons burst onto the NBA scene during a stellar rookie season and he followed it up in his second season, but when the playoffs get underway he can't emulate his performances.

James McKern

Four things to watch in Game 6 of 76ers-Raptors

Can Kawhi Leonard continue to punish the 76ers as a passer? Will Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid take better care of the ball? Will Toronto's role players continue to step up?

Scott Rafferty

Takeaways: Raptors dominate Game 5 in historic fashion

In a pivotal Game 5, Toronto put forth a dominant performance to earn a 36-point win over Philadelphia – the largest margin of victory in franchise postseason history.

G McGregor and K...

WATCH: Kawhi ends half with poster dunk

The Philadelphia 76ers had done a good job of containing Kawhi Leonard in the first half, in the dying seconds though he exploded to the rim and let them know he's still the man.

James McKern

Raptors dominate 76ers, take 3-2 series lead

The Raptors defeated the 76ers by 36 in Game 5, the largest margin of victory in the playoffs in franchise history

Kyle Irving

Embiid listed as probable ahead of Game 5

Joel Embiid missed shootaround on Tuesday, but is listed as probable ahead of the Raptors-76ers crucial Game 5.

Carlan Gay

Ennis and his 'old man game' are what the 76ers need

James Ennis has surprised in the 76ers' series against the Raptors, and it's come at the perfect time.

Tom Read

4 things to watch in Game 5 of Raptors-76ers

Will the 76ers change their coverage on Kawhi Leonard? Will Pascal Siakam be better than he was in Game 4? What about Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons?

Scott Rafferty

Where has Simmons been in the 4th?

The 76ers All-Star point guard Ben Simmons has been extremely quiet in the fourth quarter of their series against the Raptors and that will have to change if Philly is going to have a chance at winning two of the next three games.

Kyle Irving

Coach Nurse praises Gasol-Ibaka combination in Game 4

Serge Ibaka and Marc Gasol came up huge down the stretch for the Toronto Raptors as they level the series at 2-2.

Benyam Kidane

Powell compares Kawhi to Kobe

Kawhi Leonard's 3-pointer over Joel Embiid in the closing minute of Game 4 reminded Norman Powell of the former Los Angeles Lakers superstar.

Scott Rafferty

5 stats from Kawhi's epic performance

Kawhi Leonard now has six 30-point games in these playoffs, surpassing Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan for the most in Raptors franchise history.

Scott Rafferty

Jimmy Butler: 'I want Ben [Simmons] to be aggressive'

After their Game 4 loss, Jimmy Butler encouraged Ben Simmons to take a more aggressive mindset against the Raptors.

Tom Read

What were the Raptors and 76ers saying about Kawhi's Game 4?

Kawhi Leonard has been incredible in this series with his Game 4 performance being the latest of his heroics. 76ers' head coach Brett Brown went as far as saying his ability to create his own shot is 'Kobe-like'. What else were teammates, opponents and coaches saying about Kawhi's Game 4?

Kyle Irving

Takeaways from a gritty Game 4 between the Raptors and 76ers

Kawhi Leonard scored a game-high 39 points as the Raptors defeated the 76ers to tie the series at 2-2.

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Raptors edge 76ers behind Kawhi's 39 points

The Raptors dug deep to come away with a huge Game 4 win to even the series before heading back to Toronto for Game 5

Kyle Irving

Siakam to play in Game 4

Pascal Siakam was originally listed as doubtful with a right calf contusion he suffered in Game 3.

Scott Rafferty

Lowry says Game 4 is a 'must-win'

Kyle Lowry says that Game 4 is a 'must-win' for the Raptors who are trailing 2-1 in their series with the 76ers. He plans to play more aggressively, especially if they are without Pascal Siakam

Kyle Irving

Siakam listed as 'doubtful' for Game 4

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Pascal Siakam is listed as 'doubtful' for Game 4 with a right calf contusion

Kyle Irving

Confidence level in Raptors right now?

The Raptors trail the 76ers 2-1 in the Eastern Conference Finals, losing Game 3 in Philadelphia by 21 points.

NBA.com Staff

Four things to watch in Game 4 of 76ers-Raptors

The 76ers' defence stifled Raptors not named Kawhi Leonard in Game 3, how can Toronto adjust to get more players involved in Game 4?

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It's ugly when Kawhi comes off the floor

In the 27 minutes this series that Kawhi Leonard has rested, the Raptors have been outscored by 32 points while shooting just 24% from the floor. A game-by-game breakdown reveals a simple truth: for the Raptors to get back in this series, they'll need to find ways to score without their superstar on the floor.

Micah Adams

Simmons fined and assessed for Flagrant Foul

The incident occurred with 8:36 remaining in the second quarter of the 76ers’ 116-95 win over the Raptors in Game 3.

NBA.com Staff

How Embiid torched Gasol in Game 3

After scoring 28 points in Games 1 and 2, Embiid exploded for 33 points in Game 3. How did he finally get himself going against Marc Gasol and the Raptors?

Scott Rafferty

Lowry on Kawhi: 'We've all gotta help him'

Kyle Lowry and Danny Green spoke postgame on the assistance the Raptors must provide Kawhi Leonard, who has been putting up great performances each game for the team in these playoffs.

Yash Matange

Jimmy Butler praises 76ers' bench

It's the big name players who always draw the spotlight, but the real tale of the second round series has been the production of the second units.

James McKern

Brett Brown believes Embiid is the best player in the series

Joel Embiid exploded for 33 points, 10 rebounds, five blocks and three assists in the 76ers Game 3 win over the Raptors, earning high praise from his head coach

Kyle Irving

Recap: Sixers dominate Raptors in Game 3

The Philadelphia 76ers gave their home fans something to cheer about when they ran riot against the Toronto Raptors to take the 2-1 series lead.

J McKern and Yas...

Recap: Sixers dominate Raptors in Game 3

The Philadelphia 76ers gave their home fans something to cheer about when they ran riot against the Toronto Raptors to take the 2-1 series lead.

J McKern and Yas...

Embiid's dominant performance gives 76ers 2-1 lead

The 76ers started the fourth quarter on a 21-5 run to blow the game open and Joel Embiid was dominant through the game's entirety as Philly takes a 2-1 series lead over the Raptors

Kyle Irving

Four things to watch in Game 3 of Raptors-76ers

The 76ers made a big adjustment in Game 2 by having Joel Embiid guard Pascal Siakam. How will the Raptors respond in Game 3?

Scott Rafferty

Should Raptors match Gasol's minutes with Embiid's?

It's a small sample size of two games, but the advanced numbers make it an easy answer.

Scott Rafferty

Can Simmons contain Kawhi?

Philadelphia's best chance to win this series boils down to one key factor: stopping Kawhi Leonard. The only player on the 76ers roster that's had any success in doing so through two games is Ben Simmons, who is making Toronto's superstar work hard for his points. What's been the key to the Aussie's success? Can he keep it up long enough to flip the series in favour of the 76ers?

Scott Rafferty

🎥 Behind the scenes of Raptors-76ers Game 2

Take a look at Game 2 of Raptors-76ers behind the scenes through the eyes of Athletes Unfiltered.

NBA.com Staff

Player of the Day: Jimmy Butler

Jimmy Butler turned it on in Game 2 with a dominant performance on both ends, earning Player of the Day honours ahead of Nikola Jokic, Kawhi Leonard and Damian Lillard.

Benyam Kidane

Brown praises Simmons' defence on Kawhi: 'I think Ben did a really good job on him'

The Philadelphia 76ers put in a much-improved defensive effort in Game 2, with Ben Simmons picking up Kawhi Leonard.

Benyam Kidane

Takeaways: Butler fires in Game 2 as 76ers level series at 1-1

The Philadelphia 76ers level the series at 1-1 after a much-improved performance in Game 2, edging the Toronto Raptors 94-89.

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76ers edge Raptors in close Game 2 road win

The 76ers halted the Raptors' comeback to come away with a close 94-89 road win in Game 2, evening the series at one game apiece

Kyle Irving

Brown: 'Nobody really gives us a chance'

Ahead of Game 2 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series with the Raptors, 76ers head coach Brett Brown spoke on how the team has used being the underdog in the series as motivation.

Gilbert McGregor

What to watch in Game 2 of Raptors-76ers

Can the Raptors keep the 76ers off the offensive glass? Can Marc Gasol continue to contain Joel Embiid? Will Philadelphia figure out an answer to its Kawhi Leonard problem?

Scott Rafferty

Sights and sounds from Game 1 of Raptors-76ers

Go behind the scenes of a dominant Game 1 win for the Raptors through the lens of Athletes Unfiltered.

NBA.com Staff

Complete Conference Semifinals schedule

The Conference Semifinals begin Sunday, April 28. Check below for times and dates of the entire second round

Yash Matange

NBA Playoffs 2019: Toronto Raptors' Kawhi Leonard earns Player of the Day

A new playoff career-high of 45 points earns Kawhi Leonard the Player of the Day ahead of Nikola Jokic, Pascal Siakam and Rudy Gay.

Benyam Kidane

Simmons on Leonard: 76ers need to 'get the ball out of his hands'

After Kawhi Leonard went off for a playoff career-high 45 pints in Game 1, Ben Simmons says the 76ers have plenty of work to do ahead of Game 2.

Benyam Kidane

Takeaways: Leonard's playoff career-high leads Raptors past 76ers in Game 1

Kawhi Leonard notched a new playoff career-high of 45 points to lead the Raptors to a dominant 108-95 win over the 76ers to take a 1-0 series lead

K Irving and Ben...

Leonard's playoff career-high 45 leads Raptors past 76ers

The Raptors take a 1-0 series lead after a convincing Game 1 win over the 76ers

Kyle Irving

Embiid: Knee 'still not there' ahead of Game 1

Knee tendinitis hampered Embiid in the first round, causing him to miss Game 3. Ahead of Game 1 of the Conference Semifinals with the Raptors, the Sixers All-Star centre says that his knee continues to bother him but vows to play more than he did in Round 1.

Gilbert McGregor

Raptors-76ers series preview

With both the Raptors and Sixers taking care of business in the first round in five games, the two teams are set to face in the postseason for the first time in 18 years.

Gilbert McGregor

LeBron, Simmons among top jersey sellers

LeBron James' jersey is once again the most popular in the league and the Toronto Raptors land in the top 10 of team merchandise sales.

NBA.com Staff

Can Gasol slow down Embiid?

Joel Embiid is the most dominant centre the NBA has seen since Shaquille O'Neal. It might not matter against Marc Gasol, who has a history of holding his own in their one-on-one matchups.

Scott Rafferty

Simmons and the 76ers have a Kawhi problem

Ben Simmons is a matchup nightmare for almost every defender in the league. Unfortunately for the 76ers, Kawhi Leonard isn't just any other defender as he put the clamps on Simmons in their three regular season meetings. Will Leonard shut down Simmons again?

Scott Rafferty

Player of the Day: Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard capped off a 50-point performance with a step-back 3-pointer from 37-feet out to win the game and eliminate the Thunder from the playoffs

Kyle Irving

Raptors, 76ers, Nuggets, Blazers win Game 5's

We have four Game 5s on tap as the Raptors, 76ers and Trail Blazers all try and close out their respective series at home while the Nuggets and Spurs fight for an edge in their series

NBA.com Staff

Simmons embracing 'villain role' in the playoffs

After a chippy five-game series against the Nets, Ben Simmons embraced the role of the 'bad guy' taking his game to another level, when it mattered most.

Tom Read

Embiid: 'We have the talent we need to win it all'

The 76ers have eliminated the Nets after their Game 5 win at home, taking the series 4-1. They're now set to take on the Raptors in the Conference Semifinals and Joel Embiid believes they have what it takes to continue to advance and win the NBA Finals

Kyle Irving

Debating biggest keys to Raptors-76ers

The matchup in the Conference Semifinals has all the makings of a heavyweight prize fight as both the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers have at times looked like true championship contenders. What will be the biggest factors in determining which team comes out on top? Our NBA.com experts weigh in on what to watch for in this series.

NBA.com Staff