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Is Ben Simmons the answer for Trail Blazers?

According to a Friday report from ESPN, trade talks involving Ben Simmons have gained momentum in the last few days. What would it take for the Trail Blazers to get the three-time All-Star and would Simmons and Damian Lillard even make sense as a duo?

Scott Rafferty

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Report: Simmons open to opportunity to play for Popovich

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, "Ben Simmons would welcome the opportunity to play for [Gregg] Popovich if the Spurs found a way to acquire him."

Gilbert McGregor

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Simmons to Spurs? 76ers' star 'would welcome opportunity'

According to NBA correspondent Marc Stein, "Ben Simmons would welcome the opportunity to play for [Gregg] Popovich if the Spurs found a way to acquire him." The rumor itself brings about intriguing possibilities.

Gilbert McGregor

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Jazz stay hot with dominant win in Philly

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

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Utah have won six in a row.

The Utah Jazz have won six in a row since losing to New Orleans in late November, and they're doing it all with an high-power offense and contributions from all their key guys.

Nick Metallinos

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OG, Dort headline All-Underpaid Team

One member of the NBA Global staff created a team made up of six players — a starting five and sixth man — of players who are outplaying their current contracts. Who joins OG Anunoby and Luguentz Dort?

Scott Rafferty

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Jokic, Curry headline All-Underpaid Team

One member of the Sporting News staff created a team made up of six players — a starting five and sixth man — who are outplaying their current contracts.

Scott Rafferty

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Embiid's dominance turning 76ers season around

Across his last three games, Embiid is averaging 34.3 points and 11.6 rebounds as the 76ers have now won three in a row and look to build some momentum with the big man back in the lineup.

Yash Matange

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Embiid's dominance turning 76ers season around

Across his last three games, Embiid is averaging 34.3 points and 11.6 rebounds as the 76ers have now won three in a row and look to build some momentum with the big man back in the lineup.

Yash Matange

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Bill Walton reflecting on Sir Charles

Bill Walton wrote in The Sporting News: "Barkley's heart always was bigger than the rest of his body."

Bill Walton

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Charles Barkley's best quotes from the 1990s

Columnist Dave Kindred wrote in The Sporting News that he wasn't sure if Charles Barkley's "quotes were born of ignorance, genius or both."

Dave Kindred

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The end of Charles Barkley's career

The Sporting News' coverage after the knee injury effectively ended Charles Barkley's career was much like Sir Charles himself: a mix of appreciation and empathy, sarcasm and humor.

Bob Hille

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Would Simmons and Lillard fit?

Damian Lillard reportedly "would like to play with" Ben Simmons. What would it take for the Trail Blazers to get the three-time All-Star and would they even make sense as a duo?

Scott Rafferty

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Report: Lillard 'would like to play with' Simmons

Damian Lillard reportedly intends to give the Trail Blazers time to find a new leader of basketball operations following the firing of Neil Olshey, but he "still wants significant changes to the roster."

Scott Rafferty

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Damian Lillard 'would like to play' with Ben Simmons

Damian Lillard reportedly intends to give the Trail Blazers time to find a new leader of basketball operations following the firing of Neil Olshey, but he "still wants significant changes to the roster."

Scott Rafferty

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Embiid leads 76ers to statement win over Hawks

Joel Embiid's final numbers of 28 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and two blocks were huge for a 76ers team that suited up for this game without Tobias Harris.

Yash Matange

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Embiid leads 76ers to statement win vs. Hawks

Joel Embiid's final numbers of 28 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and two blocks were huge for a 76ers team that suited up for this game without Tobias Harris.

Yash Matange

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What channel is 76ers vs. Hawks on tonight?

Friday will mark the second meeting between the Hawks and 76ers since their clash in the 2021 Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Yash Matange

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Embiid: 'I really thought I wasn't going to make it' after bout with COVID-19

After missing three weeks of action, Joel Embiid returned to the court on Nov. 27, sharing a scary account of what he dealt with while battling COVID-19.

Gilbert McGregor

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How did Embiid fare in his return?

Joel Embiid made his long-awaited return to the 76ers lineup after missing nine games under health and safety protocols, and looked like he hadn't missed a beat despite the team losing in double-overtime.

Nick Metallinos

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How did Embiid fare in his return?

Joel Embiid made his long-awaited return to the 76ers lineup after missing nine games under health and safety protocols, and looked like he hadn't missed a beat despite the team losing in double-overtime.

Nick Metallinos

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Joel Embiid returns to 76ers

Joel Embiid has missed the past nine games after being placed into health and safety protocols, but will make his return against Minnesota Saturday night.

Nick Metallinos

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How long is Joel Embiid out?

76ers superstar Joel Embiid has tested positive for COVID. Keep up to date with the latest on his recovery and potential return date.

Kane Pitman

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Why Warriors should and shouldn't pursue Ben Simmons trade

How would Ben Simmons fit on the Warriors? Would a win-now move make them clear championship favorites?

Carlan Gay

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Why Warriors should and shouldn't pursue Ben Simmons trade

How would Ben Simmons fit on the Warriors? Would a win-now move make them clear championship favorites?

Carlan Gay

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Seth Curry is stepping out of his brother's shadow

Seth Curry is on track to become the 10th player in NBA history to crack the 50-40-90 club if he maintains his hot start to the season.

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Seth Curry is stepping out of his brother's shadow

Seth Curry is on track to become the 10th player in NBA history to crack the 50-40-90 club if he maintains his hot start to the season.

Benyam Kidane

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What channel is Warriors vs. 76ers on tonight?

The first-place Warriors host the shorthanded 76ers on Wednesday's ESPN NBA double-header.

Kyle Irving

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Complete list of second-generation NBA players

Led by Stephen Curry, the Warriors alone have four players whose father's enjoyed a career in the NBA.

Gilbert McGregor

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Saturday's top highlights and best performers

Nine games on Saturday night included a historic performance by the reigning Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo as eight of the nine home teams recorded wins. In case you missed any of the action, here's a recap with the best game, top performance and highlight from the slate.

NBA.com Staff

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Thursday's (ET) best game, top fantasy performers

Just six games on Thursday night but plenty of action and competitive games to look back on. In case you missed anything, we got you covered with the top highlight, best game and top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

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The 30 stars who could be on Philly's list for Simmons

The Athletic's Sam Amick reported that there are "approximately 30 players" who would satisfy the 76ers in a trade for Ben Simmons. So... who could those players be?

Scott Rafferty

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Report: 76ers interested in 'approximately 30 players' for Simmons

The list is said to feature Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal, as well as Nets star James Harden.

Scott Rafferty

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76ers interested in 'approximately 30 players' in Simmons swap

The list is said to feature Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal, as well as Nets star James Harden.

Scott Rafferty

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Do the 76ers miss Ben Simmons?

The 76ers have adjusted on the fly without Ben Simmons and thanks to Tyrese Maxey, Seth Curry and increased production from their bench, they're keeping things afloat to start the season.

Benyam Kidane

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What channel is 76ers vs. Jazz on tonight?

The second TNT game on Tuesday will see the 76ers continue their six-game road trip with a stop in Utah.

Scott Rafferty

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OTD: Dawkins shatters backboard with monster dunk

On Nov. 13, 1979 Darryl Dawkins, aka Chocolate Thunder, delivered one of the most iconic NBA moments when he dunked over Kansas City Kings forward Bill Robinzin, shattering the backboard in the process.

Benyam Kidane

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VanVleet fined $15K for "Sam Cassell" celebration

Fred VanVleet hit a dagger 3-pointer to help lift the Raptors over the 76ers on Thursday. His familiar celebration after the big shot earned him a $15,000 fine from the NBA.

Kyle Irving

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VanVleet comes up clutch to lead Raptors over 76ers

The Raptors earned a hard-fought win over the 76ers on the road behind an impressive stretch of plays from OG Anunoby that led to dagger 3-pointers from Fred VanVleet and Gary Trent Jr.

Kyle Irving

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Report: Simmons' agent believes 76ers impacting star's mental health

Simmons' agent Rich Paul, in an exclusive with The Athletic's Shams Charania, shared that the franchise's recent tactics geared towards ramping up Simmons' return to action are only worsening the star's mental health.

Yash Matange

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On This Date: 76ers acquire Butler in stunning trade

Completed nearly two months after Butler had requested a trade from the Timberwolves, the deal saw the five-time All-Star paired in Philadelphia alongside the young star-studded duo of Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid.

Yash Matange

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Preview: Raptors look to get back on track in Philly

Losers of three straight, the Raptors look to snap the skid when they visit the 76ers Thursday night.

Gilbert McGregor

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League Pass primer for Thursday

There's only one game on NBA League Pass Thursday but it features four players that appeared in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Gilbert McGregor

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Tuesday's (ET) best game & top fantasy performers

Tuesday's three-game slate had no shortage of action with the Bucks, Jazz and Clippers picking up wins. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Benyam Kidane

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How long is Joel Embiid out?

The Philadelphia 76ers are likely to be without superstar big man Joel Embiid for multiple games after he returned a positive COVID test.

Kane Pitman

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Would a Simmons-Brown trade make sense?

The Celtics have reportedly expressed interest in Ben Simmons. What would it take to get a deal done and would it make sense for both sides?

Scott Rafferty

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Would Ben Simmons-Jaylen Brown swap make sense?

The Celtics have reportedly expressed interest in Ben Simmons. What would it take to get a deal done and would it make sense for both sides?

Scott Rafferty

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Power Rankings: Each team's biggest X-Factor

Three weeks have now gone by in the 2021-22 season and as teams approach the 10-game checkpoint, we're learning more about who's who around the league. How does that impact this week's rankings?

Gilbert McGregor

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League Pass primer for Monday

With eight games on today's NBA schedule, we've got you covered with where to watch and what to keep an eye on.

Gilbert McGregor

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Doc Rivers reaches historic milestone

Doc Rivers, who began his coaching career in 1999, reached the historic milestone in his second season as the 76ers' lead man.

Gilbert McGregor

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Thursday's best game, top fantasy performers

A big night of hoops around the NBA with five games on the slate, capped off with a thriller in Los Angeles. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Nick Metallinos

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Wednesday's best game & top fantasy performers

What a night of hoops it was around the NBA with eleven games on the slate. Three games where decided by one possession, with monster performances across the league. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Kane Pitman

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Is Ben Simmons playing tonight?

Now dealing with both mental and physical issues, Simmons has not yet appeared in a regular-season game.

Jordan Greer

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76ers fans chant "we want Lillard"

Philadelphia fans have made their voice heard as the Trail Blazers come to town, chanting 'we want Lillard' to the Portland star while he made a trip to the free-throw line.

Kane Pitman

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Thursday's best game, highlight and performance

The Bulls and Knicks played out a thriller, while Steph Curry and Ja Morant put on a show. Catch up on all the highlights, news, best performances and scores right here!

Kane Pitman

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Tuesday's best game, highlight, performance

A five game slate was headlined by an OT battle between the Lakers and Spurs. Catch up on big performances, injury scares and plenty of highlights from tonight's NBA action.

Kane Pitman

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Knicks fans chant 'Where's Ben Simmons?'

After losing 15-straight games to the Philadelphia 76ers, the New York Knicks crowd was ecstatic at MSG and they weren't shy about letting the 76ers know.

Benyam Kidane

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What channel is 76ers vs. Knicks on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live streams

The NBA's 2021-22 season, the league's 75th year, has gotten off to an exciting start and early in week two, the thrilling action continues with a matchup between two big-market teams in New York City as the All-Star Julius Randle and the Knicks host All-Star Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers. Here's all you need to know for the 76ers vs. Knicks game.

Yash Matange

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Why 76ers could wait until Dec. 15 to trade Ben Simmons

Simmons and the 76ers are seemingly at impasse and one that could drag on for months, or even years.

Jake Aferiat

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Giddey, SGA developing chemistry in OKC backcourt

The Thunder backcourt of Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was in full flight against the Philadelphia 76ers with the young duo putting on a show in front of their home crowd.

Benyam Kidane

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76ers collapse late in home opener vs. Nets

Over the final 5:32 minutes of their home opener against the Brooklyn Nets, the Philadelphia 76ers gave up a 10-point lead and eventually went on to lose 114-109 by allowing the Nets to go on a game-sealing run 16-1 run.

Yash Matange

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Shades of 2021 playoffs as 76ers collapse vs. Nets

Over the final 5:32 minutes, the 76ers gave up a 10-point lead and eventually went on to lose 114-109 by allowing the Nets to go on a game-sealing run 16-1 run.

Yash Matange

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Best potential destinations, offers for Simmons

It doesn't appear as though a trade is coming soon, but there are a few teams that could make a move for the three-time All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

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Morey: 76ers in no rush to trade Ben Simmons

"This is gonna go a long time because our only task, my only job is to help us have the best chance to win the title," Daryl Morey said of the Ben Simmons situation.

Scott Rafferty

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Will Ben Simmons play vs. Nets?

Simmons is reportedly dealing with a back issue, though there are questions about the nature of his injury.

Jordan Greer

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What channel is 76ers vs. Nets on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live streaming

Opening week of the NBA's historic 75th season continues on Day 4 with another marquee matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets. This is the second game of the regular season for both teams as each comes into this one with contrasting results in their respective season openers.

Yash Matange

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76ers in no rush to trade Simmons, says Morey

"This is gonna go a long time because our only task, my only job is to help us have the best chance to win the title," Daryl Morey said of the Ben Simmons situation.

Scott Rafferty

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Ben Simmons lists his homes on the market

The embattled star is now out indefinitely due to back pain.

Madison Williams

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Highlights, final scores from Wednesday's action

An entertaining opening night was followed by an action-packed 11-game slate on Day 2 of the NBA's 75th anniversary season. Follow along for all your final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

Yash Matange

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Potential trade destinations for Simmons

It doesn't appear as though a trade is coming soon, but there are a few teams that could make a move for the three-time All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

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What to watch on League Pass tonight

The 2021-22 NBA season is underway and there are 11 games of action with 22 teams making their season debut. We have you covered with the perfect plan of attack to consume as many games as possible.

Kyle Irving

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Ben Simmons' suspension, explained

The 76ers want Ben Simmons to play for them. He doesn't seem all that interested in suiting up. So, what comes next in this strange saga?

Jordan Greer

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Why did the 76ers suspend Ben Simmons?

The 76ers announced Tuesday that Simmons has been suspended for one game because of "conduct detrimental to the team."

Jordan Greer

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Why did the 76ers suspend Ben Simmons?

The 76ers announced Tuesday that Simmons has been suspended for one game because of "conduct detrimental to the team."

Jordan Greer

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The biggest unanswered question for all 30 teams

The start of the 2021-22 regular season is nearly here. That means it's time for a new edition of The Sporting News' NBA Power Rankings.

Jordan Greer

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Five things we learned in preseason

Everything that happens during preseason should be taken with a grain of salt – good or bad. But on-court production (or lack thereof) isn't the only thing to take away from these exhibition games. Take a look at five things we actually learned heading into the 2021-22 season.

Kyle Irving

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Top performers, highlights from Day 13 of preseason

The 2021-22 preseason is in the books, as the final eight games were completed. A number of stars completed their preparation for the regular season, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jimmy Butler and Jayson Tatum all putting up big stat lines.

Kane Pitman

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The 10 best primes in NBA history

If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

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Prime Giannis or Prime Duncan?

If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

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Better in their prime: Luka or Westbrook? Harden or Iverson?

If you could pick any player in history, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates -- who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

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Soundsystem: Simmons back in Philly, No Kyrie for Nets?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons' return to 76ers surprised everyone

The 76ers weren't expecting Ben Simmons to show up at the Wells Fargo Center on Monday night.

Jordan Greer

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Ben Simmons' return to 76ers surprised everyone, including Doc Rivers

The 76ers weren't expecting Ben Simmons to show up at the Wells Fargo Center on Monday night.

Jordan Greer

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Report: Simmons arrives in Philly

Despite Simmons' camp reportedly making it clear that the All-Star point guard had no intention of playing again for the franchise, the Aussie returned to Philadelphia on Monday as per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The 76ers are 'hopeful to start moving toward the next steps of a return' but how will it all unfold?

Yash Matange

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Ranking the top 75 peaks in NBA history

If you could pick any player in their prime, with the hopes of winning the title immediately, not knowing the era, rules, coach, or teammates — who would you choose?

Josh Eberley

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Simmons uncertainty sets stage for Embiid's career-year

As the Ben Simmons saga continues to unfold, the 76ers' success hinges on Joel Embiid building on his MVP runner-up season.

Benyam Kidane

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How to watch 76ers games without cable: Full TV schedule, streams for 2021-22 season

Despite the question marks over Ben Simmons' future, the 76ers have their sights set on contending in the Eastern Conference this season. Here's how you can watch the Rockets this season without cable.

Benyam Kidane

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Top performers, highlights from Day 9 of preseason

Day 9 of the preseason was a busy one with seven games on the schedule. Catch up on all the highlights and big performances as we recap the day's play.

Kane Pitman

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Report: Simmons arrives in Philly

Despite Simmons' camp reportedly making it clear that the All-Star point guard had no intention of playing again for the franchise, the Aussie returned to Philadelphia on Monday as per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The 76ers are 'hopeful to start moving toward the next steps of a return' but how will it all unfold?

Yash Matange

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How to watch today's NBA preseason games?

The NBA preseason slate includes seven games on Monday, headlined by the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the star-studded Brooklyn Nets at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Yash Matange

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Report: Possibility of Simmons return increasing

Talks between the 76ers and Ben Simmons' representation are said to be ongoing.

Scott Rafferty

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Report: Possibility of Simmons return increasing

Talks between the 76ers and Ben Simmons' representation are said to be ongoing.

Scott Rafferty

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Building the perfect team around Simmons

What would a team built entirely around Ben Simmons look like? Here's one possibility.

Scott Rafferty

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Report: Simmons has emptied Philadelphia home

The Athletic's Shams Charania reports that if Ben Simmons does report to the 76ers, it would be with "short-term intentions."

Scott Rafferty

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Simmons has emptied Philadelphia home

The Athletic's Shams Charania reports that if Ben Simmons does report to the 76ers, it would be with "short-term intentions."

Scott Rafferty

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OG continues strong preseason form in loss to Sixers

The Toronto Raptors were unable to repeat a win against Philadelphia in the preseason opener, falling 125-113 on the road. OG Anunoby continued to build towards the regular season, dropping 22 points to lead the way for the Raptors.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 5 of preseason

Just three games on the slate for Day 5 of preseason but don't be fooled into thinking the highlights were hard to come by. Check in here to catch up on all the scores

Kane Pitman

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What channel is Raptors vs. 76ers on today?

The Raptors will take on the 76ers for the second time this week in preseason action.

Carlan Gay

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Preview: Raps continue preseason in Philly

The Raptors head to Philadelphia to finish up their home-and-home series with the 76ers. Here's what to watch for in their second preseason game of the year.

Carlan Gay

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Which teams would build around Ben Simmons?

Simmons reportedly wants to go to a situation where the team is built around him to maximise his talents, but with the 76ers still looking to contend for a title, is there a deal that exists that suits both parties?

Benyam Kidane

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Building the perfect team around Ben Simmons

What would a team built entirely around Ben Simmons look like? Here's one possibility.

Scott Rafferty

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Four stats to know from Raptors preseason win

The Raptors blew the 76ers out by a final score of 123-107 on Monday. Here are four stats that stood out in the team's first preseason win ahead of the 2021-22 season.

Carlan Gay

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Soundsystem: Breaking down NBA.com's GM survey

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Barnes shines as NBA returns to Toronto

Basketball is back in Toronto! For the first time since February 2020, the Raptors hosted a home game at Scotiabank Arena. Returning in winning fashion, it was the play of Scottie Barnes that stood out during the 123-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

Kane Pitman

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Top performers, highlights from Day 2 of preseason

The first multi-game slate of the 2021-22 NBA preseason and there was no shortage of action. We've got you covered with the final scores, top performers, biggest storylines and more from Day 2.

NBA.com Staff

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Preview: Raptors open preseason vs. 76ers

Raptors basketball is back! They're set to take the Scotiabank Arena floor for the first time since February 2020 for a preseason contest against the 76ers.

Gilbert McGregor

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Raptors announce 2021 preseason schedule

The Raptors today announced their five-game preseason schedule, which opens with the team hosting the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, Oct. 4 at Scotiabank Arena.

NBA.com Staff

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76ers won't pay $8.25 million owed to Ben Simmons, setting stage for financial showdown

The Ben Simmons saga has taken yet another strange turn.

Jordan Greer

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Green praises confident Thybulle

Matisse Thybulle comes into year three in the NBA on the back of an impressive Olympic campaign with Australia. The dynamic defensive stopper figures to take a larger role with this year's squad as the Philadelphia 76ers look to contend in the Eastern Conference.

Kane Pitman

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Embiid goes deep on Ben Simmons' holdout

"We still hope that he changes his mind, but I kind of owe it to these guys to just worry about what we have here," Embiid said.

Jordan Greer

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The latest on Ben Simmons

On June 20, 2021, Philadelphia's season ended with a Game 7 loss to Atlanta in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Since then, there has been a lot of chatter about three-time All-Star Ben Simmons and his future with the 76ers.

Scott Rafferty

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Simmons willing to sit out 2021-22 season if Sixers don't trade him

Sixers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey made it clear that Simmons will face significant financial penalties if he doesn't show up.

Jordan Greer

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Soundsystem: Simmons, Zion and media day

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Scott Rafferty break down the latest topics in the NBA and beyond on the LIVE edition of NBA Soundsystem.

NBA.com Staff

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Sixers want Simmons back; feeling may not be mutual

Ben Simmons no longer thinks he can play with Joel Embiid, per a report. It's nothing personal.

Jacob Camenker

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NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

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76ers sound off about Ben Simmons at Media Day

Ben Simmons was the most pressing topic at 76ers' Media Day, with general manager Daryl Morey, head coach Doc Rivers and star players Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris all fielding questions on the star guard's absence. Take a look at what Philly's most prominent figures had to say about the situation.

Kyle Irving

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Options for Simmons and 76ers moving forward

If Ben Simmons is still on the roster but doesn't attend training camp, what will the 76ers do? Even if he's not at training camp, Simmons figures to play a prominent role in any and all chatter around Philadelphia.

Jordan Greer

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Our predictions for this season's DPOY

Ahead of the 2021-22 NBA season, our NBA.com Staff share their predictions for which player they think will be crowned Defensive Player of the Year.

NBA.com Staff

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What's next for Simmons and the Sixers?

Will Ben Simmons return to Philadelphia? What happens if he doesn't report to training camp? What has history taught us about how this type of situation could unfold?

Kane Pitman

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Stephen A. Smith backtracks on Irving-Simmons trade report

The ESPN host

Trevor Booth

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Doc Rivers: Comments about Ben Simmons' ability to lead championship team 'misrepresented'

Rivers felt his remarks about Simmons after the 76ers' Eastern Conference semifinals loss to Atlanta were taken out of context.

Trevor Booth

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Doc Rivers addresses latest on Simmons

76ers head coach Doc Rivers made an appearance on ESPN's First Take to discuss the latest on Ben Simmons, who will not report for the opening of training camp next week in the hopes of being traded, according to reports.

Scott Rafferty

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What Ben Simmons would bring to a team

Following the report that Ben Simmons "intends to never play another game" for the 76ers, NBA.com's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at what he would bring to a team on both ends of the court.

Scott Rafferty

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Ben Simmons timeline of events

The Ben Simmons trade rumors have swirled since the moment the Philadelphia 76ers lost in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs.

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Report: Simmons will not report to training camp

Ben Simmons remains set on playing elsewhere next season as the three-time All-Star and the Philadelphia 76ers remain at odds regarding his future with the team.

NBA.com Staff

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Redick's place among all-time shooters

Redick is one of four players in NBA history to rank inside the top 20 in both 3-point makes and 3-point field goal percentage.

Micah Adams

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Fact or Fiction: Pressing storylines facing 76ers

The 76ers owned the Eastern Conference's best record a season ago, but with another shortcoming in the playoffs and lingering questions surrounding the team's two superstars, where do they stand heading into the 2021-22 season? Our NBA.com Staff plays a game of Fact or Fiction to analyze some of the most pressing topics.

NBA.com Staff

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76ers depth chart for 2021-22 season

The 76ers have retained most of their roster from last season, including Ben Simmons, who reportedly wants to be traded to another team.

Benyam Kidane

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Are the 76ers real contenders this season?

After finishing with the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference last season, the 76ers couldn't translate their form into playoff success. Now with Ben Simmons' future up in the air, the front office has some big decisions to make as they look to keep their championship window alive.

Benyam Kidane

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Simmons among players primed for bounce-back season

Coming off down years for their standards, the new NBA season is a fresh start for several players to find their way back to previous heights. We take a look at seven bounce-back candidates, headlined by Ben Simmons, Pascal Siakam and Kristaps Porzingis.

Benyam Kidane

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Nets ace and Sixers flunk in offseason grades

With training camp less than two weeks away and most rosters fully set, we're officially closing the book on the NBA offseason with our final grades.

Micah Adams

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Potential trade destinations John Wall

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Wall and the Rockets have "agreed on working together to find a new home for the five-time All-Star." Wall appeared in 40 games last season and will likely look to join a contending team, but which teams are in a position to pursue the five-time All-Star?

Benyam Kidane

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How Morey's history impacts the Simmons saga

How will the Ben Simmons saga end in Philadelphia? We examined all 82 of Daryl Morey's trades to learn more about what comes next.

Micah Adams

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Simmons, the Sixers, and the tough road to a title

Philadelphia's hopes of winning an NBA Championship have been tied to Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid for the last four seasons. With reports suggesting Simmons may be on the way out, what's next for the Sixers and how did we get here?

Kane Pitman

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Pressing questions surrounding Simmons and the 76ers

Ben Simmons has reportedly let Philadelphia know that he "no longer wants to remain a Sixer." In wake of the news, NBA.com's Scott Rafferty answers four pressing questions now facing Simmons and the 76ers.

Scott Rafferty

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Can Embiid and Simmons make it work?

Amidst Ben Simmons trade rumours, Joel Embiid took to Twitter to declare his affinity for playing alongside his teammate of four years. A closer look at the numbers shows that the duo has more pinnacles to reach, if they can figure things out.

Gilbert McGregor

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Embiid on Simmons: "I love playing with Ben"

Embiid saw reports of a tenuous relationship and decided it was time to put his thoughts on the record.

Jordan Greer

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Report: Simmons wants out of Philly

According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, three-time All-Star Ben Simmons informed the franchise in a meeting last week that he "no longer wants to remain a Sixer."

Scott Rafferty

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Exploring the trade value of Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons might be the hardest player in the NBA to figure out. That's why the latest news out of Philadelphia complicates an already confounding situation.

Scott Rafferty

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Green shows off huge Toronto-themed tattoo

Danny Green's one season with the Raptors will never be forgotten, as he played a key role in the franchise's first-ever championship run.

Scott Rafferty

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NBA trade rumors: 76ers have 'eyes set' on Trail Blazers' Damian Lillard as they look to move Ben Simmons

The 76ers have a target in mind as they look to trade Ben Simmons.

Jacob Camenker

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Which guard could break DPOY drought?

The last guard to win the Defensive Player of the Year award was Gary Payton in 1995-96. Which players are in the mix and are we any closer to breaking the drought when it comes to a guard taking home the trophy?

Kane Pitman

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Noel sues Paul for $58 million

The center claims he lost out on $58 million based off advice he received from Paul, exacerbated by the latter's failure to adequately represent him.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What to watch for in Opening Week national TV games

The NBA has announced its Opening Week national television schedule for the 2021-22 season and there is no shortage of star power. The eight games feature 12 different teams, including the last eight players to win MVP and three matchups from last year's playoffs.

Kyle Irving

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Joel Embiid signs supermax extension to stay in Philadelphia

Joel Embiid will make $196 million in new money as a part of the deal.

Jacob Camenker

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Report: Embiid to sign supermax extension

According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski, Joel Embiid is finalizing a four-year contract extension worth $196 million that will keep him with the 76ers through the 2026-27 season.

Gilbert McGregor

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Would 76ers move Simmons for these trade packages?

A deal involving Simmons will be complicated to pull off not only because of his contract, but also because of Philadelphia's exorbitant asking price.

Jordan Greer

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How free agency impacts potential Simmons trades

It's no secret that the 76ers are exploring trades for three-time All-Star Ben Simmons, but the landscape looks a little different following the 2021 NBA Draft and free agency.

Scott Rafferty

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Pending Drummond, Embiid pairing sparks reaction from Twitter

Drummond and Embiid have had a rivalry going back for years.

Edward Sutelan

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History of Canadians in the NBA Draft

There has been at least one Canadian player selected in the 10 of the past 11 drafts, with two players selected in 2021.

Gilbert McGregor

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Sixers looking like they are closing in on deal to trade Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons may be on the move, and the Heat, Raptors and Wizards are reportedly the top three potential suitors for his service.

Jacob Camenker

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Pelicans trade No. 53 pick to 76ers

The Pelicans receive cash consideration from the 76ers in the deal.

Official Release

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Debating potential Simmons trade packages

Shams Charania of The Athletic broke the news that the 76ers have "opened up trade conversations" surrounding three-time All-Star Ben Simmons. Having already looked at potential trade destinations for him, two members of our NBA.com Staff debate about potential packages for Simmons.

Kyle Irving

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Potential trade destinations for Ben Simmons

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the 76ers have "opened up" trade conversations surrounding Ben Simmons. With the 76ers reportedly looking to acquire an All-Star-calibre player in return, which teams are in a position to pursue the three-time All-Star?

Scott Rafferty

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If not Raptors, where could Lowry go?

Kyle Lowry will become an unrestricted free agent at the season's end, giving him the option of signing with any team in the league. If Lowry doesn't re-sign with the Raptors, which teams can offer what he's looking for? There are three that jump out, plus a few honourable mentions.

Scott Rafferty

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Ranking the five best trade fits for Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard likely won't be dealt this offseason, but that won't stop teams from trying.

Joe Rivera

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What the 76ers want in a Ben Simmons trade

The 76ers know what they want in any deal involving the former No. 1 overall pick.

Joe Rivera

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Report: Sixers turned down Brodgon, first-rounder for Simmons

The Sixers reportedly don't want to trade Ben Simmons unless it's "for an All-Star caliber player."

Jacob Camenker

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Ben Simmons viewed as 'broken' by NBA exec

Can Ben Simmons be fixed?

Joe Rivera

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76ers 'committed to keeping Simmons,' per report

Philadelphia doesn't want to move on from Simmons in the immediate, according to a new report.

Joe Rivera

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Five burning questions facing Simmons

For the fourth-straight season, the 76ers fell short of making the Conference Finals, putting the spotlight on the long-term feasibility of the Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid duo. As the dust settles on their season, we take a look at the biggest questions Simmons and the 76ers face as the off-season approaches.

Benyam Kidane

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76ers' Morey claps back at Ben Simmons question

Daryl Morey was not in the mood to talk about Ben Simmons' future on Tuesday.

Jacob Camenker

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76ers' Ben Simmons considering switching his dominant shooting hand, report says

Ben Simmons is ready to try anything to make his offensive struggles a thing of the past.

Jacob Camenker

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Embiid, Rivers down on Simmons after 76ers' Game 7 loss

Joel Embiid didn't call out Ben Simmons by name, but it's clear that the 76ers' star center wasn't happy with his point guard's decision to pass up an open shot.

Jacob Camenker

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Ben Simmons: 'I didn't do enough'

Philadelphia's point guard drew a lot of criticism for his play in the Game 7 loss, particularly when he passed up an easy basket in the paint late.

Edward Sutelan

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76ers' guide to 2021 NBA Draft

Despite earning the top seed in the Eastern Conference, the 76ers were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Semifinals for the third time in the last four years. After making major coaching and front office changes last year, what can Philadelphia do this offseason to move closer to title contention?

Gilbert McGregor

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Josh Smith rips Doc Rivers after Sixers loss

Smith played under Doc Rivers for just 32 games, but apparently he's still sour over the way things went down.

Joe Rivera

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76ers vs. Hawks score, results: Atlanta sends Philly home despite Trae Young's cold shooting night

Trae Young had one of his worst shooting performances of the season against the 76ers, but his Hawks will go through to the Eastern Conference finals anyway.

Jacob Camenker

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Hawks win Game 7 thriller to advance to ECF

Kevin Huerter stepped up in Game 7 with a playoff career-high 27 points as the Atlanta Hawks booked their spot in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Benyam Kidane

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Game 7 fast facts for 76ers-Hawks

The 76ers and Hawks have faced-off twice previously in the postseason with the Philadelphia franchise winning both those matchups, back in 1980 and 1982. By winning this Game 7, the 76ers are looking to make their 10th Conference Finals and first since 2001 while the Hawks are looking for just their second-ever Conference Finals berth. That said, let's take a quick look at how both franchises have fared in Game 7s in the past.

Yash Matange

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What channel is Hawks vs. 76ers on today? Time, TV schedule for Game 7 of NBA playoff series

The Hawks and 76ers are squaring off in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Here's how to watch them fight for the right to advance.

Jacob Camenker

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Trae and the Hawks ready for Game 7 business trip

The Atlanta Hawks got off to a hot start in Game 6 before letting a golden opportunity slip to close out the series. Now, Trae Young and the Hawks will prepare for a business trip to Philadelphia in a win or go home series decider.

Kane Pitman

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Curry, Maxey emerge as unlikely heroes in 76ers' season-saving win

Both Curry and Maxey stepped up again and again in Game 6, allowing the 76ers to secure a 104-99 win at a packed State Farm Arena and send the series back to Philadelphia.

Jordan Greer

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76ers survive scare to force Game 7

Trailing the entire first half, the Philadelphia 76ers found the range from beyond the arc in the third quarter to help spark a Game 6 win on the road in Atlanta.

Kane Pitman

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Trae's picking 76ers apart one floater at a time

There are many facets to Trae Young's game that make him such a tough cover — the deep 3s, the shifty crossovers, the ability to draw fouls in droves — but it's his floater that is the most difficult to defend. Even the 76ers, who have three players on their team who made an All-Defensive Team this season, haven't had an answer for it through five games of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Here's what makes Young's floater practically unguardable.

Scott Rafferty

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Ben Simmons, Doc Rivers address 76ers star's free throw struggles

Simmons went 4 of 14 on free throw attempts in the 76ers' stunning 109-106 loss against the Hawks.

Jordan Greer

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A 76ers collapse, by the numbers

Despite leading Wednesday's Game 5 by as many as 26 points, the 76ers still fell to the Hawks, marking the third-largest blown lead in a playoff game over the last 25 seasons.

Jordan Greer

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Hawks stun 76ers, rally from 26 down to win Game 5

What a comeback. Seemingly with the game in hand, the Philadelphia 76ers offence went to sleep in the fourth quarter, as the Atlanta Hawks rallied from 26 points down to stun the home crowd and take a 3-2 lead in the series.

Kane Pitman

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Lou Williams - Key to Hawks' Game 5 comeback

Lou Williams scored all of his 15 points in the second half as the Hawks outscored the 76ers 69-44 in the final 24 minutes to not only win Game 5 but take the 3-2 series with a chance to wrap things up in Game 6 back in Atlanta.

Yash Matange

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Joel Embiid stops in middle of postgame press conference to admire Kawhi Leonard's monster dunk

Joel Embiid had a brutal night, but at least Kawhi Leonard was there to cheer him up.

Jordan Greer

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📊 The numbers behind Young's historic night

Trae Young put his name alongside some NBA legends with his historic 25-point, 18-assist performance in Game 4. Let's dive into the record books.

Benyam Kidane

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Hawks tie series 2-2 with 18-pt comeback win

Led by Young's game-high tallies of 25 points and a playoff career-high 18 assists, the Hawks battled back from an 18-point first-half deficit to tie the series at 2-2 with a 103-100 Game 4 victory.

Yash Matange

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NBA announces 2020-21 All-Defensive Teams

Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert headlines the 2020-21 All-Defensive First Team, alongside, Ben Simmons, Draymond Green, Jrue Holiday and and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA.com Staff

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What to watch in Monday's pivotal Game 4s

The second round of the NBA Playoffs continues on Monday with a pair of Game 4s. In each game, the home team trails 2-1 with an opportunity to even things up at two games apiece. The night begins in Atlanta, where the Hawks look to get back on track against the 76ers. From there, the Clippers look to take care of home once again to put more pressure on the Jazz.

Gilbert McGregor

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Report: Green (calf) out two-to-three weeks

Danny Green left Philadelphia's Game 3 win over Atlanta early with a right calf strain. Here's everything we know about the veteran's injury and when he could return.

Scott Rafferty

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Embiid overcomes knee soreness, powers Sixers to win

Joel Embiid looked sore at times, but still managed to put up a big line, finishing with 27 points as the Philadelphia 76ers cruised to take a 2-1 lead in the series.

Kane Pitman

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Aggressive Simmons sparks Sixers in Game 3 win

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers revealed his plan to unlock the aggressiveness of Ben Simmons in the second half of Game 3. A dominant period from the Australian and the 76ers ensured Philadelphia took a 2-1 lead in the series over the Atlanta Hawks.

Kane Pitman

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Simmons' post-ups give 76ers added offensive dimension vs. Hawks

The Sixers need the version of Simmons who doesn't just linger along the baseline in the dunker spot. Pushing him into the post more often is a good place to start.

Jordan Greer

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Atlanta has a Simmons problem to solve

After dropping Game 1 at home, Ben Simmons voiced his desire to guard Trae Young moving forward. Doc Rivers listened, with the move limiting the impact of the Hawks guard in Game 2. As the series shifts to Atlanta, the Hawks will be forced to adjust to get more out of their star guard.

Kane Pitman

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Finalists announced for first Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social award

Carmelo Anthony, Harrison Barnes, Tobias Harris, Jrue Holiday and Juan Toscano-Anderson have been selected as the five finalists for the inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award. The new annual award, named after six-time NBA champion and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, recognizes a current NBA player for pursuing social justice and advancing Abdul-Jabbar’s life mission to engage, empower and drive equality for individuals and groups who have been historically marginalized or systemically disadvantaged.

Official Release

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Hawks' Hunter (knee) out for remainder of Playoffs

De'Andre Hunter, who averaged 10.8 points and 4.0 rebounds as a starter in Atlanta's opening round victory over the New York Knicks, will miss the remainder of the playoffs after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus.

Gilbert McGregor

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76ers' Joel Embiid on not winning NBA MVP award: 'I'm focused on winning the championship'

The 76ers' Game 2 victory came on the same night that the NBA announced Nuggets star Nikola Jokic had won the 2020-21 NBA MVP award.

Jordan Greer

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Rivers credits Embiid for setting tone in Game 2 win

Embiid's 40-point game, which helped Philadelphia tie the series up at 1-1 with the 118-102 Game 2 win, was the first by a 76ers player since Allen Iverson in 2003.

Yash Matange

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Embiid scores 40 as 76ers level series

Joel Embiid turned in a huge performance in game 2, dropping 40 points and 13 rebounds and the 76ers secured a 118-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks.

Benyam Kidane

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Complete list of MVP winners

Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic took home the 2020-21 MVP trophy, beating out Joel Embiid and Stephen Curry for the award.

NBA.com Staff

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Simmons needs to be answer for Young

The 76ers surrendered home court advantage after dropping Game 1 to the Hawks and Trae Young had his fingerprints all over the victory. If Philadelphia is going to keep its championship aspirations alive, head coach Doc Rivers has to utilize Defensive Player of the Year candidate Ben Simmons to contain Atlanta's prolific playmaker.

Kyle Irving

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Morey's two-word tweet results in tampering fines

Morey seemed to understand immediately the implications of his tweet, but it was too late.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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The most pivotal lineups of the second round

Trying to predict how a team's game plan will change in the second round of the playoffs can be impossible. For all eight of those teams, analyzing a specific lineup can be the key to seeing that bigger picture.

Matthew Blum

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Trae dominates in thrilling Game 1 victory

Trae Young led the charge in Atlanta's Game 1 win over Philadelphia with 35 points, 25 of which came in a first half that saw the Hawks take control of the game.

Scott Rafferty

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Embiid (knee) to play in Game 1

After going through physical therapy leading up to Game 1, Joel Embiid will play in the first game of the series against the Hawks.

Benyam Kidane

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