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76ers' star Paul George sidelined the next 2 games with bone bruise in left knee
Read full article: 76ers' star Paul George sidelined the next 2 games with bone bruise in left kneePhiladelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said.
Diamond Sports Group will offer single-game pricing to stream NBA and NHL games starting next month
Read full article: Diamond Sports Group will offer single-game pricing to stream NBA and NHL games starting next monthThe nation’s largest owner of regional sports networks will offer single-game pricing for NBA and NHL games beginning next month.
LeBron has his 114th triple-double in the Lakers' 116-106 win over the slumping 76ers
Read full article: LeBron has his 114th triple-double in the Lakers' 116-106 win over the slumping 76ersLeBron James had 21 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds in his second triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended the Philadelphia 76ers’ miserable start with a 116-106 victory.
76ers All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey out with hamstring injury, AP source says
Read full article: 76ers All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey out with hamstring injury, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the situation says Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey could miss at least two weeks with a right hamstring injury.
76ers' Joel Embiid is suspended by NBA for three games for shoving newspaper columnist
Read full article: 76ers' Joel Embiid is suspended by NBA for three games for shoving newspaper columnistPhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been suspended by the NBA for three games without pay for shoving a member of the media.
NBA opens investigation into Joel Embiid's playing status after 76ers star misses season opener
Read full article: NBA opens investigation into Joel Embiid's playing status after 76ers star misses season openerThe NBA is now investigating why Philadelphia center Joel Embiid did not play in the team’s nationally televised season-opener against Milwaukee.
76ers rule Embiid and George out for opener with injuries. Bucks' Middleton also expected to be out
Read full article: 76ers rule Embiid and George out for opener with injuries. Bucks' Middleton also expected to be outPhiladelphia 76ers All-Stars Joel Embiid and Paul George will miss the season opener against Milwaukee and could miss more games as they return from injuries.
76ers forward Paul George's hyperextended left knee 'checks out OK,' coach Nick Nurse says
Read full article: 76ers forward Paul George's hyperextended left knee 'checks out OK,' coach Nick Nurse saysThe Philadelphia 76ers say forward Paul George has a bone bruise but didn't suffer any long-term damage when he hyperextended his left knee during a preseason game.
76ers' free agent pickup Paul George leaves preseason win with hyperextended left knee
Read full article: 76ers' free agent pickup Paul George leaves preseason win with hyperextended left kneePhiladelphia 76ers prized free agent acquisition Paul George left Monday’s preseason game against Atlanta with a hyperextended left knee.
Philadelphia mayor reveals the new 76ers deal to build an arena downtown
Read full article: Philadelphia mayor reveals the new 76ers deal to build an arena downtownPhiladelphia’s mayor has revealed the terms of the deal negotiated with the city’s pro basketball team for a new $1.3 billion arena downtown.
Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continues
Read full article: Buddy Hield is traded to the Warriors from the 76ers, AP source says, as busy offseason continuesBuddy Hield played in 632 regular-season games and established himself as one of the top 3-point shooters in the NBA before he finally played a postseason game.
George heading to 76ers, Caldwell-Pope to Magic, CP3 to Spurs, AP sources say
Read full article: George heading to 76ers, Caldwell-Pope to Magic, CP3 to Spurs, AP sources sayPaul George agreed early Monday to leave the Los Angeles Clippers and sign a $212 million, four-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers and team up with Joel Embiid.
Mitchell Robinson has surgery on ankle that knocked him out of Knicks' playoff run, AP source says
Read full article: Mitchell Robinson has surgery on ankle that knocked him out of Knicks' playoff run, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the situation says Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has had surgery on his left ankle.
Knicks advance to the Eastern Conference semis, topping 76ers 118-115 in Game 6
Read full article: Knicks advance to the Eastern Conference semis, topping 76ers 118-115 in Game 6Josh Hart made a go-ahead 3-pointer from the top of the arc with 24.4 seconds left, and the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 118-115 in Game 6 to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Sixers owners buy 2,000 tickets for home playoff game, aiming for fewer Knicks fans in arena
Read full article: Sixers owners buy 2,000 tickets for home playoff game, aiming for fewer Knicks fans in arenaThe Philadelphia 76ers tried to keep New York Knicks fans out of Wells Fargo Center for Game 6 of their NBA playoff series.
76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid says he's suffering from Bell's palsy
Read full article: 76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid says he's suffering from Bell's palsyPhiladelphia 76ers All-Star center Joel Embiid has been diagnosed with Bell’s palsy, a form of facial paralysis he says has affected him since before the play-in tournament.
Joel Embiid scores 50 points to lead 76ers past Knicks 125-114 to cut deficit to 2-1
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores 50 points to lead 76ers past Knicks 125-114 to cut deficit to 2-1Joel Embiid scored 50 points, making all four 3-point attempts and scoring 18 in a potential series-shifting third quarter on Thursday night to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-114 win over the New York Knicks in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
NBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled -- twice -- before turnover that led to Knicks' go-ahead shot
Read full article: NBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled -- twice -- before turnover that led to Knicks' go-ahead shotPhiladelphia’s Tyrese Maxey was fouled twice before his turnover that led to the go-ahead 3-pointer by Donte DiVincenzo in the New York Knicks’ victory over the 76ers in Game 2.
76ers plan to file grievance about officiating during first two games of series against Knicks
Read full article: 76ers plan to file grievance about officiating during first two games of series against KnicksA team spokesman says the Philadelphia 76ers plan to file a grievance related to the officiating during their series against the New York Knicks.
DiVincenzo caps desperate rally with 3-pointer, Knicks beat 76ers 104-101 to take 2-0 lead
Read full article: DiVincenzo caps desperate rally with 3-pointer, Knicks beat 76ers 104-101 to take 2-0 leadDonte DiVincenzo made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 13 seconds remaining after a desperate scramble, and the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
A tale of two centers: Jokic is trying to stay on top and Embiid is trying to stay on the court
Read full article: A tale of two centers: Jokic is trying to stay on top and Embiid is trying to stay on the courtNikola Jokic and Joel Embiid are the NBA’s main men in the middle, the two centers combining for the last three MVP awards in the regular season with perhaps another coming soon.
76ers' Joel Embiid returns for 2nd half after appearing to reinjure knee in Game 1 vs Knicks
Read full article: 76ers' Joel Embiid returns for 2nd half after appearing to reinjure knee in Game 1 vs KnicksJoel Embiid returned for the start of the second half after leaving Game 1 of the Philadelphia 76ers’ first-round series against the New York Knicks when he appeared to reinjure his surgically repaired left knee after a powerful dunk.
Joel Embiid sits out as 76ers zip past Nets 107-86. Philly will face Miami in the play-in tournament
Read full article: Joel Embiid sits out as 76ers zip past Nets 107-86. Philly will face Miami in the play-in tournamentTyrese Maxey scored 26 points for a Philadelphia 76ers team that played without Joel Embiid and earned a spot in the play-in tournament with a 107-86 win over the Brooklyn Nets with playoff seeding at stake on Sunday.
Joel Embiid limps off the court just before halftime of 76ers' game versus Magic
Read full article: Joel Embiid limps off the court just before halftime of 76ers' game versus MagicPhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid appeared to hurt his left knee in the final minutes of the first half of Friday night’s game against the Orlando Magic.
Joel Embiid scores 24 points in his return from knee surgery. Sixers top Thunder 109-105
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores 24 points in his return from knee surgery. Sixers top Thunder 109-105Joel Embiid put Philadelphia ahead with four free throws in the final 40 seconds and finished with 24 points in his first game in nine weeks following knee surgery, leading the 76ers to a 109-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Officials admit to missed call on final play of Clippers win over 76ers
Read full article: Officials admit to missed call on final play of Clippers win over 76ersOfficials said they missed a foul call in the closing seconds of the Los Angeles Clippers’ 108-107 win over Philadelphia, denying the 76ers a possible victory in their fight for better playoff positioning.
'Good likelihood' that injured Embiid will be back before start of playoffs, 76ers' Nurse says
Read full article: 'Good likelihood' that injured Embiid will be back before start of playoffs, 76ers' Nurse saysPhiladelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse said Wednesday that there is a “good likelihood” that reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid will be back on the court before the postseason.
Antetokounmpo to miss second straight game when Bucks face Celtics on Wednesday
Read full article: Antetokounmpo to miss second straight game when Bucks face Celtics on WednesdayGiannis Antetokounmpo will miss his second straight game Wednesday night when the Milwaukee Bucks visit the NBA-leading Boston Celtics.
Embiid update: 76ers coach Nick Nurse says doctors are 'happy with the progress' following surgery
Read full article: Embiid update: 76ers coach Nick Nurse says doctors are 'happy with the progress' following surgeryJoel Embiid has been re-evaluated by doctors and they are “happy with the progress” the 76ers center is making following meniscus surgery on his left knee, Philadelphia head coach Nick Nurse said Saturday.
NBA MVP and 76ers center Joel Embiid had knee surgery. His injury could affect the US Olympic team
Read full article: NBA MVP and 76ers center Joel Embiid had knee surgery. His injury could affect the US Olympic teamJoel Embiid’s timeline to return to the Philadelphia 76ers is still unclear following knee surgery.
76ers center Joel Embiid has no timetable to return following knee surgery
Read full article: 76ers center Joel Embiid has no timetable to return following knee surgeryPhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will be evaluated in four weeks after he underwent surgery Tuesday to address an injury to the lateral meniscus in his left knee.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid set for procedure to fix lateral meniscus in left knee
Read full article: Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid set for procedure to fix lateral meniscus in left kneePhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will undergo an unspecified procedure this week to correct the injury to the lateral meniscus in his left knee.
1st-time All-Star Maxey scores career-high 51 points to help Embiid-less 76ers beat Jazz 127-124
Read full article: 1st-time All-Star Maxey scores career-high 51 points to help Embiid-less 76ers beat Jazz 127-124Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 51 points hours after being selected to his first All-Star Game, helping the Philadelphia 76ers overcome star center Joel Embiid’s absence for a 127-124 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.
76ers center Joel Embiid to miss more games because of injured meniscus in left knee
Read full article: 76ers center Joel Embiid to miss more games because of injured meniscus in left kneePhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has an injured lateral meniscus in his left knee and will miss games at least through the weekend.
Embiid undergoing MRI after hurting left leg in 76ers' loss at Golden State
Read full article: Embiid undergoing MRI after hurting left leg in 76ers' loss at Golden StatePhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is undergoing an MRI after the reigning MVP hurt his left leg in a 119-107 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Joel Embiid outshines Nikola Jokic in NBA MVPs matchup, leads 76ers past Nuggets 126-121
Read full article: Joel Embiid outshines Nikola Jokic in NBA MVPs matchup, leads 76ers past Nuggets 126-121Joel Embiid had 41 points and 10 assists to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets 126-121 on Tuesday night in a battle of the last two NBA MVPs.
Markkanen, Sexton have double-doubles to lead Utah past the 76ers 120-109 with Embiid out
Read full article: Markkanen, Sexton have double-doubles to lead Utah past the 76ers 120-109 with Embiid outLauri Markkanen had 33 points and 13 rebounds and Collin Sexton added 22 points and 10 assists to lead the Utah Jazz past the Philadelphia 76ers 120-109 on Saturday night.
Joel Embiid returns with seventh career triple-double in 76ers' rout of Chicago Bulls
Read full article: Joel Embiid returns with seventh career triple-double in 76ers' rout of Chicago BullsJoel Embiid had 31 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists in his return from a sprained right ankle and Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past the Chicago Bulls 110-97 on Tuesday night.
NBA MVP Joel Embiid won't play in 76ers-Heat Christmas game because of ankle issue
Read full article: NBA MVP Joel Embiid won't play in 76ers-Heat Christmas game because of ankle issueReigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid won't play in Philadelphia’s Christmas night game against the Miami Heat, with the 76ers ruling him out because of a sprained right ankle.
Joel Embiid scores 35 as the 76ers deal Pistons a franchise-record 22nd straight loss
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores 35 as the 76ers deal Pistons a franchise-record 22nd straight lossJoel Embiid scored 35 points and Tyrese Maxey added 19 as the Philadelphia 76ers dealt the Detroit Pistons their franchise-record 22nd straight loss 124-92 on Friday night in the second game of a home-and-home series.
Joel Embiid scores 41 points, 76ers hand Pistons 21st straight loss
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores 41 points, 76ers hand Pistons 21st straight lossJoel Embiid scored 30 of his 41 points in the first half and the Philadelphia 76ers handed the Detroit Pistons their 21st straight loss, 129-111 on Wednesday night to open a home-and-home series.
Joel Embiid scores season-high 50 points, 76ers beat Wizards 131-126
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores season-high 50 points, 76ers beat Wizards 131-126Joel Embiid scored a season-high 50 points and had 13 rebounds to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Washington Wizards 131-126 on Wednesday night.
76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. scoffs at questions about legitimacy of his injury, calls hit-and-run serious
Read full article: 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. scoffs at questions about legitimacy of his injury, calls hit-and-run serious76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. is set to return to the lineup about a month after he said he was struck by a vehicle while walking near his home in Philadelphia.
LeBron James suffers worst defeat in NBA career as Embiid, 76ers rout Lakers by 44 points
Read full article: LeBron James suffers worst defeat in NBA career as Embiid, 76ers rout Lakers by 44 pointsJoel Embiid had 30 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers rout LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 138-94 on Monday night.
76ers' Joel Embiid out versus Timberwolves with hip soreness
Read full article: 76ers' Joel Embiid out versus Timberwolves with hip sorenessPhiladelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid will miss Wednesday’s game in Minnesota with hip soreness and will be re-evaluated Thursday, Philadelphia coach Nick Nurse says.
Tyrese Maxey scores career-high 50 points, leads 76ers to 8th straight win
Read full article: Tyrese Maxey scores career-high 50 points, leads 76ers to 8th straight winTyrese Maxey scored a career-high 50 points, Joel Embiid had 37 points and the Philadelphia 76ers improved to 8-1 with their eighth straight victory, beating the Indiana Pacers 137-126.
76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. has a broken rib after being struck by vehicle that fled the scene
Read full article: 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. has a broken rib after being struck by vehicle that fled the scene76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. has a broken rib after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene Saturday night in Philadelphia's Center City.
Joel Embiid scores 48 points, 76ers beat Wizards 146-128 for 5th win in a row
Read full article: Joel Embiid scores 48 points, 76ers beat Wizards 146-128 for 5th win in a rowJoel Embiid scored 29 of his season-high 48 points in the third quarter and the Philadelphia 76ers rolled to their fifth straight victory, 146-128 over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.
NBA looking into facts behind Harden's absence from 76ers' nationally televised opener in Milwaukee
Read full article: NBA looking into facts behind Harden's absence from 76ers' nationally televised opener in MilwaukeeThe Philadelphia 76ers went to Milwaukee without James Harden and the NBA wants to know why.
76ers tell James Harden to stay home ahead of season opener in Milwaukee
Read full article: 76ers tell James Harden to stay home ahead of season opener in MilwaukeeJames Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers added another wrinkle to their messy relationship when the team told the disgruntled guard to stay home instead of traveling for Thursday’s season opener against Milwaukee.
Busy Celtics and Bucks drive NBA betting action, but champion Nuggets getting heavy action
Read full article: Busy Celtics and Bucks drive NBA betting action, but champion Nuggets getting heavy actionThe offseason moves by the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks got the attention of the NBA world and those who bet on the sport.
NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source says
Read full article: NBA investigating reasons behind Harden calling 76ers president Morey a liar, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the details says the NBA is investigating the reasons behind James Harden calling Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey a liar.
James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won’t play for his team
Read full article: James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won’t play for his teamJames Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team President Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event at China.
James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won't play for his team
Read full article: James Harden calls 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar and says he won't play for his teamJames Harden appears determined to sever ties with the Philadelphia 76ers after the star guard called team President Daryl Morey a liar at a promotional event at China.
NFL owners plan to meet July 20 and potentially vote to approve the Commanders sale, AP source says
Read full article: NFL owners plan to meet July 20 and potentially vote to approve the Commanders sale, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that NFL owners are set to meet July 20 to consider and potentially vote to approve the sale of the Washington Commanders.
Tatum's 4th-quarter 3s push Celtics past 76ers 95-86; force Game 7
Read full article: Tatum's 4th-quarter 3s push Celtics past 76ers 95-86; force Game 7Jayson Tatum missed his first six 3-pointers before he drilled two straight clutch ones late in the game that pushed the Celtics past the Philadelphia 76ers 95-86 to send the Eastern Conference semifinals back to Boston for Game 7.
Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3
Read full article: Tatum, Brown spark Celtics past 76ers 114-102 in Game 3Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Jaylen Brown had 23 and the Boston Celtics spoiled Joel Embiid’s MVP coronation, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 114-102 Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Harden scores 45, hits late 3 as 76ers down Celtics 119-115
Read full article: Harden scores 45, hits late 3 as 76ers down Celtics 119-115James Harden matched his playoff career high with 45 points and hit a go-ahead, step-back 3-pointer over Al Horford with 8.7 seconds left as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied without Joel Embiid to beat the Boston Celtics 119-115 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal.
Embiid gets late block as Maxey, 76ers take 3-0 lead on Nets
Read full article: Embiid gets late block as Maxey, 76ers take 3-0 lead on NetsJoel Embiid, limping throughout the game and perhaps lucky not to have been ejected for kicking a Nets player in the groin area, blocked a potential tying basket with 8.8 seconds left and the Philadelphia 76ers beat Brooklyn 102-97 to take a 3-0 lead in the first-round series.
Harden ejected, but not Embiid for groin-area shots to Nets
Read full article: Harden ejected, but not Embiid for groin-area shots to NetsJames Harden was thrown out for hitting a Brooklyn player in the groin area, after teammate Joel Embiid dodged an ejection for a kick near the same spot of another player Thursday night in Philadelphia’s 102-97 victory in Game 3.
Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over Nets
Read full article: Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over NetsTyrese Maxey scored 33 points, Joel Embiid and Tobias Harris had 20 apiece, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 96-84 to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference playoff series.
Harden scores 23 as 76ers cruise past Nets 121-101 in Game 1
Read full article: Harden scores 23 as 76ers cruise past Nets 121-101 in Game 1James Harden hit seven 3-pointers and had 23 points and 13 assists, NBA MVP finalist Joel Embiid scored 26 points and the Philadelphia 76ers pushed back Mikal Bridges and the Brooklyn Nets in a 121-101 Game 1 victory.
Embiid has 36 points and 18 rebounds, 76ers top Cavs 118-109
Read full article: Embiid has 36 points and 18 rebounds, 76ers top Cavs 118-109Joel Embiid had 36 points and 18 rebounds and played the final 4:12 after initially being called for his sixth foul, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to their sixth straight victory, 118-109 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Doncic scores 42, Irving 40 as Mavs outlast 76ers 133-126
Read full article: Doncic scores 42, Irving 40 as Mavs outlast 76ers 133-126Luka Doncic scored 42 points, Kyrie Irving added 40 and the new All-Star pairing sparkled throughout the Dallas Mavericks’ 133-126 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Rockets get much-needed All-Star break amid seven-game losing streak
Read full article: Rockets get much-needed All-Star break amid seven-game losing streakHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with your Rockets newsletter as Houston gets a much-needed All-Star break as the team is on a seven-game losing streak.
Harden not surprised Durant, Irving fled Nets' 'dysfunction'
Read full article: Harden not surprised Durant, Irving fled Nets' 'dysfunction'James Harden isn’t surprised Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving wanted out of Brooklyn, having tired quickly of the “dysfunction” he saw in his brief time with the Nets and asking out.
LaVine hits 11 3s, scores 41 points in Bulls' win over 76ers
Read full article: LaVine hits 11 3s, scores 41 points in Bulls' win over 76ersZach LaVine made 11 of 13 3-pointers and scored 41 points and the Chicago Bulls beat Philadelphia 126-112 on Friday night to end the 76ers’ home winning streak at 11.
Embiid has triple-double in 76ers' road victory over Thunder
Read full article: Embiid has triple-double in 76ers' road victory over ThunderJoel Embid had 16 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his fifth career triple-double and the Philadelphia 76ers never trailed in beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 115-96 on Saturday night.