PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

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.

There has been growing discontent with the NBA's product, with complaints ranging from teams taking too many 3s, to stars missing games due to load management, a convoluted salary cap which makes following the league increasingly difficult, and more. If you were given free reign to remake the NBA to improve the product on the court, what would you do? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the Sixers to contend for a title this season they’ll need Joel Embiid to return to his pre-injury form. But has the growth of Tyrese Maxey, along with the additions of Jared McCain and VJ Edgecombe, given the Sixers a strong enough base to build a contender out of down the line, even if Embiid is not able to return to his previously dominant self? And how bad of a spot are the Sixers actually in compared to their fellow Eastern Conference rivals? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported that there's growing concern around the league that Joel Embiid might not be ready for the start of training camp, citing several league sources outside of the Sixers who are sounding alarm bells on the likelihood of Joel Embiid returning to form. How much new information was actually revealed in this report, and is it something that should influence your expectations for the upcoming 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.

Joel Embiid developed into a perennial MVP contender, and one of the best players in franchise history. Yet the Sixers don’t have even a Conference Finals birth, much less a championship, to show for it.What are some of the underrated reasons that the Philadelphia 76ers have come up short in their quest for a title during the Embiid era? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the Bryan Colangelo burnergate controversy, to the Sixers hiring Jerry Colangelo as an advisor and Kawhi Leonard's epic shot, the Sixers have been a chaotic mess for most of the Joel Embiid era. But which moments were the most surprising? Derek and Rich will provide their lists on today's show, ranking which events were the most shocking at the time, while offering first-hand perspectives from their time on the beat covering the chaos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could Jared McCain be an All-Star this year? Is it possible that Paul George is traded in an in-season move? How many minutes can you expect out of VJ Edgecombe this season? What kind of a role would Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey play on the 2001 76ers team that went to the Finals? That, and more, in this week’s Sixers mailbag. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daryl Morey found himself in hot water after talking about the Lakers’ 2020 NBA championship in the Disney World bubble. Should LeBron James and Anthony Davis have an asterisk on that title? Does it matter? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sixers’ star Joel Embiid is listed as one of NBA.com’s Eastern Conference top-10 players while teammate Tyrese Maxey is left off the list. Should Embiid be higher than Maxey? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers’ young core of Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Jared McCain is getting time in the gym together this offseason, preparing for a long season ahead. Are the seeds of a culture shift being planted? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers are being projected to win around 41 or 42 games with Joel Embiid and Paul George having major injury question marks. Too high or too low? Plus VJ Edgecombe updates and Daryl Morey talking about the Lakers’ 2020 bubble championship with an asterisk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Grimes’ restricted free agency is dragging on, and some NBA executives believe the walk-away number on his contract is lower than you think. Can Daryl Morey get him on a fair deal? Plus, VJ Edgecombe’s appearance on the Podcast P Paul George podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Sixers fans really expect Joel Embiid to offer much next season? Should the Sixers trade the Clippers pick sooner rather than later? Can Daryl Morey move Andre Drummond before the season starts? 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 recent report says Quentin Grimes could end up settling for a shorter deal with the Sixers. Would that be the right thing for Daryl Morey and Co., is it likely that Grimes would pass up long-term security, and what would you pay Quentin Grimes?#nba #nbafreeagency #sixers #76ers #quentingrimes #darylmorey 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 handed out brutal contracts to Paul George and Joel Embiid, but has aced drafts with Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, and others. How does he stack up against general managers like Sam Presti, Brad Stevens, and other top execs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe played in just two games in Summer League, but the Sixers rookie turned the heads of scouts and executives. How good can he be in year one next to Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey has taken more ownership of the Sixers by the year, and he may have more pressure on him than ever in 2025-26. Is he ready to seize the team from Joel Embiid and make it his own? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jared McCain was an ultra-promising rookie who took the Sixers by storm. Can he push VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey in year two, or will it be an uneven year coming off of an injury? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Grimes’ free agency continues to drag on, when will Sixers and Daryl Morey get things resolved? Plus, would they ever trade Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, or VJ Edgecombe? Would Joel Embiid come off of the bench? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devon Givens talks with Eddie Johnson about the Sixers Roster, Summer League, and Season Expectations at Las Vegas Summer League. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tre Johnson, VJ Edgecombe, Carter Bryant, Hansen Yang, and Nique Clifford are among the big standouts from Summer League. Has anyone changed your mind on the 2025 NBA Draft class with their summer play? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devon Givens interviews ESPN's Fran Fraschilla at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas to talk VJ Edgecombe, Johni Broome, the Sixers upcoming season and more in this exclusive 1-on-1. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe has had some great highlights and bad lowlights for the Sixers at Summer League. What should Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse be excited about? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid opened up for a months long interview with ESPN, detailing his relationship with James Harden, injury history, bringing along Tyrese Maxey, and much more. What stood out, and what did we learn? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Neubeck, Devon Givens and Derek Bodner sit down with Sixers GM, Daryl Morey, at Las Vegas Summer League to talk offseason moves, roster-building, VJ Edgecombe & MORE in this exclusive interview from the PHLY Sixers Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PHLY Sixers Podcast breaks down the top 10 biggest what ifs in Philadelphia Sixers history. What moments are in your top 10? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devon Givens talks with ESPN's Seth Greenberg out in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devon Givens interviews both Jared McCain and VJ Edgecombe in this exclusive 1-on-1 conversation at NBA Summer League Las Vegas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paul George suffered a left knee injury during a recent workout that required an arthroscopic procedure. Will the Sixers’ star return by the start of training camp, and will he and Joel Embiid ever be healthy together? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daryl Morey spoke with reporters in Las Vegas about Quentin Grimes’ free agency, losing Guerschon Yabusele to the Knicks, VJ Edgecombe’s thumb injury, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devon Givens sits down with newly-acquired two-way signee, Hunter Sallis, in this one-on-one interview LIVE from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live from Summer League in Las Vegas, the PHLY Sixers Podcast dive into the newest addition to the 76ers, Dominick Barlow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Summer Sixers got rocked by the San Antonio Spurs last night in Vegas, but of course they did. VJ Edgecombe did not play again, with his thumb injury. Will VJ play the rest of summer league. Plus, Rich Hofmann and Tyler Zulli give their opinions on Justin Edwards, Adem Bona and Johni Broome through four games of action on the PHLY Sixers Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe’s thumb injury has been “upgraded” to a sprain, killing the Sixers’ vibes to open Las Vegas Summer League. Will Johni Broome, Adem Bona, Hunter Sallis, and Dominick Barlow give us something meaningful to watch? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe has already announced his arrival at Summer League, but could he be the eventual starter next to Tyrese Maxey for the Sixers? Plus updates on Quentin Grimes, and what Daryl Morey will do at forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker were good depth signings, but what will Daryl Morey and the Sixers do to bulk up in the frontcourt? Is it a trade for someone like PJ Washington, or could the Sixers move some things around to sign a free agent like Trey Lyles? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Description: Kyle Lowry is coming back to Philadelphia on a one-year deal to (presumably) finish his career with the Sixers. Can the Sixers really afford to roster Lowry AND Eric Gordon? Will his mentorship help Jared McCain and VJ Edgecombe? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

VJ Edgecombe had a massive Sixers debut in Saturday night’s game against Ace Bailey and the Jazz. Does Edgecombe have more star potential than we thought? Adem Bona, Johni Broome, and other Sixers also flashed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Gordon returns to the Sixers roster on a 1-year deal; how will the lineups now look with some new faces on the court? The PHLY Sixers Podcast share insight into why this deal may have had to get done. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PHLY Sixers Podcast share WHO to watch & WHAT to watch for in this "Sixers Summer League" episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Sixers' offseason additions of VJ Edgecome, Johni Broome and Trendon Watford -- how much will they help Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and company elevate back into the top echelon of the East? We also touch on a wild few days of moves around the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Grimes was the Sixers’ top free agent heading into the summer, and his restricted free agency is delaying other moves. Why hasn’t Daryl Morey signed him yet? Plus Eric Gordon returns to Philadelphia, Kyle Lowry return speculation, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers lost Guerschon Yabusele to the Knicks, with New York signing the former Sixers’ big man to a two-year, $12 million contract that the Sixers could have been able to match with their taxpayer mid-level exception. Was it a mistake for the Sixers to let the big man walk to the rival Knicks as they wait on a decision from Quentin Grimes? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first domino falls for the Philadelphia 76ers as free agent Guerschon Yabusele agrees to a two-year deal with the New York Knicks, leaving the Sixers with one less able body at the forward position. Can newly signed Trendon Watford fill the void? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A few hours after the start of free agency, the Sixers agreed to a two-year deal with versatile forward Trendon Watford. With Watford now in the mix, what does this mean for Philadelphia's chances of bringing back Guerschon Yabusele? 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 Guerschon Yabusele are the Sixers’ priority free agents, but can they keep both? Will LeBron James shake up the market? Will veterans like Kyle Lowry and Eric Gordon return to Philadelphia? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN College Basketball Analyst, Fran Fraschilla, talks VJ Edgecombe's work ethic, strengths & player comps, the Sixers draft, and more in this exclusive interview from the PHLY Sixers Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

McNeese State Head Coach, and former Assistant coach at Baylor, Bill Armstrong discusses VJ Edgecombe along with his strengths, work ethic, team culture and what the Philadelphia 76ers could expect from him. He also dives into Tre Johnson as Armstrong previously coached the guard at Link Academy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.