PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

Joel Embiid looked great in a Sixers scrimmage on Sunday, should our expectations for the 76ers change based on how he looks? Should we read into VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey starting next to him? Plus, the PHLY Sixers podcast takes your mailbag questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia 76ers' two-way forward Dominick Barlow continues his strong case for regular season minutes following a 12-point, 9-rebound performance in the team's loss to the Orlando Magic. Tyrese Maxey was in mid-season form, scoring all 17 of his points in the first quarter before calling it a night. And, Kelly Oubre Jr. had his best game of the preseason with 12 points, five boards, two assists, two steals, plus a block. The Sixers will play their fourth and final tune up game next Friday when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe missed Sixers practice with a hip issue, could the 76ers rookie miss time? Nick Nurse provides Joel Embiid health updates, and Paul George appears to be getting closer to a return to the floor. The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses all the latest NBA news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Nurse teased a potential Sixers starting lineup that includes Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Quentin Grimes, a small look to get as much skill as possible on the floor. Kelly Oubre and Jared McCain are other candidates to start for Philadelphia next to Joel Embiid and Paul George. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If the Sixers get a healthy Joel Embiid and Paul George plus good seasons from their young guys, how high is their ceiling this year? Do the 76ers have a real chance to win a title, or is Tyrese Maxey doomed to lead another poor season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the Sixers’ shooting a major concern heading into this season? What did we learn from VJ Edgecombe’s performances during the Abu Dhabi Games for the 76ers? Is Tyrese Maxey prepared to level up and carry the offense? Do the Sixers actually have a useful backup center? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe, Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers go winless in two games versus the New York Knicks in Abu Dhabi -- struggling once again with their shooting from the floor in loss. Despite the team's offensive issues, forwards Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker played well again, giving the coaching staff glimpses of how they may help in the frontcourt. What's going on with Adem Bona and Justin Edwards? What have we learned from Edgecombe through two contests? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philadelphia 76ers' rookie VJ Edgecombe looks the part in his NBA debut despite a tough shooting afternoon against the New York Knicks -- showing flashes of why he was selected third overall. What did we see from Tyrese Maxey in his first action since early March? Did either Adem Bona or Andre Drummond make an early case for the backup five minutes? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey start together in the Sixers’ preseason opener? Is Adem Bona going to beat out Andre Drummond for the starting gig? What will Nick Nurse show in the 76ers’ first game? Plus, a resolution in the Quentin Grimes contract dispute! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers and Quentin Grimes appear to be headed toward a one-year deal on the qualifying offer. Did Daryl Morey and the 76ers screw this one up? Is there still time to salvage it? How will this standoff impact the guard rotation with Grimes, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Jared McCain? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe is one of the early Sixers standouts in training camp. Will he start in the preseason opener vs. the Knicks next to Tyrese Maxey? How is Joel Embiid looking? Is Dominick Barlow going to find an early role in the rotation for the 76ers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid, Nick Nurse, Daryl Morey and the rest of the 76ers spoke at Sixers media day on Friday, updating us on Embiid’s health, Jared McCain’s hand injury, Paul George’s knee, and much more. PHLY Sixers podcast takes you through an eventful day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Grimes and the Sixers are not close on contract terms as training camp and preseason loom. Will the 76ers get Grimes locked into a new deal, or does VJ Edgecombe’s presence ensure that Grimes will take a short-term contract from Daryl Morey? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid was ranked 47th in ESPN NBA rank, a stunning fall for the Sixers center. Will the 76ers’ franchise player prove he is being disrespected? Is Tyrese Maxey’s ranking fair? PHLY Sixers podcast discusses this plus Ace Bailey firing Omar Cooper. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Nick Nurse to Daryl Morey to Joel Embiid, a lot of important Sixers are under pressure this season. Which 76ers player or coach has the most on the line this year? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey went through a tough 2024-25 Sixers season with Paul George and Joel Embiid often hurt. Can Maxey lead the 76ers to more success in 2025-26, and what will that look like? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What needs to go right for Joel Embiid and the Sixers to have a successful 2025-26 season? Is Paul George going to bounce back? Are VJ Edgecombe and Jared McCain prepared to contribute? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers and Joel Embiid are headed into an uncertain future together. Is the franchise center ready to adapt his game for the 76ers? And if so, how will that impact VJ Edgecombe, Jared McCain, Tyrese Maxey and the rest of their young core? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe and Jared McCain are huge pieces of the Sixers’ future. Should Nick Nurse start one of them next to Tyrese Maxey on opening night for the 76ers? Could they play next to Quentin Grimes? Does Kelly Oubre deserve a chance? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Paul George going to start as a power forward for the Sixers, or could a young player like Trendon Watford add some size in the 76ers’ frontcourt? Debating what Nick Nurse’s plan will be for Philadelphia’s frontcourt around Joel Embiid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Grimes remains a free agent deep into the offseason, with the Sixers apparently still confident he will sign. What should the 76ers’ top offer be for Grimes? Will Paul George be ready for training camp? Is Joel Embiid ready to go for next season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kelly Oubre’s name keeps popping up in random trade rumors late in the offseason. Would the Sixers move on from Oubre this close to training camp? How would 76ers make up for his absence? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Joel Embiid, Paul George, VJ Edgecombe and others, the Sixers could boast a very good defense next season. But they also have serious firepower with Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain, so could Nick Nurse lead the 76ers to a high-powered offense? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid is back in the Sixers’ practice facility working out and doesn’t appear to have or need a knee brace. Could a big revenge season be on the way alongside Tyrese Maxey? Kelly Oubre weighs in on Instagram about trade rumors. PHLY Sixers podcast discusses latest 76ers developments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Jared McCain are set to lead a new era of Sixers basketball starting this season. Set the baggage (and Joel Embiid and Paul George) aside and try to enjoy a fresh start. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Simmons’ Sixers tenure ended in horrific fashion during the 2021 Hawks series. Would you, and Joel Embiid, really welcome him back to the Philadelphia 76ers? Marc Stein and other reporters say the Sixers expressed interest during the 2024-25 season. The PHLY Sixers podcast also takes mailbag questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Joel Embiid going to eventually make the Basketball Hall of Fame? He has a decorated Sixers career and a gold medal with Team USA but is that enough? What other current NBA players, like LeBron James and Steph Curry, will go to the Hall of Fame once they retire? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cam Thomas took the rare path of accepting the one-year, $6 million qualifying offer from the Brooklyn Nets to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. Could this be a sign that Quentin Grimes monthslong stalemate with the Sixers might finally be coming to an end? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kawhi Leonard and the L.A. Clippers reportedly circumvented the NBA salary cap with a no-show endorsement deal for a tree-planting company, Aspiration. Could Adam Silver punish the Clippers in a way that impacts the Sixers, who own multiple draft picks from L.A.? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kelly Oubre has been a solid two-way player for the Sixers under Nick Nurse. Could this be the end of the road for him in Philadelphia? Would the Sixers consider trading Tyrese Maxey? Will Sixers fans ever be happy again with Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse in place? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is JJ Redick the best 3-point shooter in Philadelphia 76ers history? Devon Givens and Derek Bodner rank their picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Joel Embiid to Josh Harris, from Daryl Morey to Nick Nurse, it's going to take a lot of work to get the Sixers back on track. Who do you believe in the most to get the job done? Who has earned the trust of Sixers fans? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From Shaquille O’Neal to Nikola Jokic to Sixers center Joel Embiid, who is the best NBA center of the 2000s? Does Yao Ming make the cut? Is Joel Embiid better than Dwight Howard? And more debates about the best big men of the last 25 years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey are a talented Sixers core, but analysts and Las Vegas seem to have little faith in them. Is there anyone left who believes in Daryl Morey’s vision? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Malik Beasley is one of the NBA’s best volume shooters and could be a steal for the Sixers late in free agency. Would he have a negative impact on Jared McCain or VJ Edgecombe’s role? How would he fit with Quentin Grimes and Tyrese Maxey? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why are Anfernee Simons Sixers rumors floating around? Could Joel Embiid change his offensive approach next season? Is VJ Edgecombe going to play backup point guard? And more mailbag questions about the 76ers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where does Sixers' guard, Tyrese Maxey, rank among the best lead guards in the NBA, and can he rise on the list this season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From drafting Markelle Fultz to trading Mikal Bridges to letting Jimmy Butler walk, the Sixers have made repeated mistakes over the last decade. Which error would you undo, and how? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who is best with a can opener? Is working at PHLY your dream job? Who is your favorite Sixers player of all-time? The PHLY Sixers podcast answers all of your questions about basketball and life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Adem Bona beat out Andre Drummond for minutes? Can Justin Edwards steal time from Kelly Oubre? Is Quentin Grimes going to box out VJ Edgecombe and Jared McCain? And more Sixers roster battles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After John Wall’s retirement, Paul George is the last remaining member of the 2010 NBA Draft class still playing professionally. What can Nick Nurse, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey expect out of the veteran wing next season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will the Sixers’ best lineup feature Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe? Will it have Jared McCain running point? And will it include Joel Embiid or Paul George? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the recent release of the NBA schedule, the PHLY Sixers podcast break down their most anticipated games for the 2025-26 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Nurse gave a positive update on Joel Embiid’s knee health ahead of training camp. Could the Sixers’ star be ready sooner than expected? Also, the Athletic put Jared McCain No. 3 in a 2024 NBA Draft re-draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s NBA schedule release day and the Sixers’ full 2025-26 regular season schedule is out. Breaking down the toughest matchups, road trips, and when big names like LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama, and Steph Curry come to town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daryl Morey has not been able to get the Sixers past the second-round hurdle. From extending Joel Embiid to signing Paul George to his fallout with James Harden, what mistake hurt Philadelphia the most? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA is leaving the Sixers OUT of the picture when it comes to holiday games and opening night–the PHLY Sixers Podcast take a sneak peak at the prime time schedule release and discuss why they believe the Sixers were "snubbed." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Was Ben Simmons or James Harden better with Joel Embiid? Is Jimmy Butler the best teammate the big man has played with? Does Tyrese Maxey make the starting five? And who was the best coach Embiid played for? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid and Paul George have health challenges to get ready for opening night. Tyrese Maxey struggles to use a can opener. Should VJ Edgecombe change his jumper? And more Sixers mailbag questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A report from Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report said that there was buzz around the league that Quentin Grimes might take the qualifying offer from the Sixers, a move which would bring him back to the Philadelphia 76ers on a 1-year deal, but would make him an unrestricted free agent next summer. Is this a realistic possibility, or just a threat that Grimes and his camp are using for leverage on the Sixers? Plus, Derek and Rich go over what changes they would make to improve the NBA's on-court product. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.