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PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

571 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 525 ratings

With a star-studded cast, Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens form the most entertaining Philadelphia 76ers podcast in the world. From daily shows to postgame shows and more, nobody will cover the Sixers more closely.

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PHLY Sixers Podcast | EMERGENCY PODCAST James Harden traded to L.A. Clippers, Sixers standoff over

October 31, 2023 15:09 - 1 hour

James Harden was traded to the L.A. Clippers in exchange for multiple first-round picks, Robert Covington, Nic Batum, K.J. Martin, and Marcus Morris.  Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner explain how this trade impacts Joel Embiid, Nick Nurse, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Philadelphia 76ers' Head Coach Nick Nurse has Joel Embiid embracing new style

October 30, 2023 15:02 - 59 minutes

Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Tobias Harris have all shown signs of Nick Nurse’s influence through the first three games of the Sixers’ season.  Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the team’s wins over Toronto and Portland, discuss James Harden’s presence, and recap the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Tyrese Maxey showed All-Star potential in Philadelphia 76ers’ loss to the Milwaukee Bucks

October 27, 2023 19:39 - 1 hour

Tyrese Maxey was the Sixers’ brightest star in the Sixers’ opening night loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Could he make an All-Star team along with Joel Embiid? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss a big opener for Maxey, Nick Nurse’s return to Toronto, Terance Mann, James Harden, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Philadelphia 76ers Season Opener ends in a Ref Show, Kelly Oubre Impresses

October 27, 2023 03:33 - 1 hour

The Philadelphia 76ers Season Opener came down to the final minute against the Milwaukee Bucks, when some questionable ref decisions and Dame Lillard's Kyle Neubeck, Derek Bodner, and Rich Hofmann discuss a chaotic opening game, Kelly Oubre’s big night, and Joel Embiid’s rocky start to the year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | James Harden returned and the Sixers told him to stay in Philadelphia

October 25, 2023 19:53 - 1 hour

James Harden returned to the Sixers on Wednesday, only for the team to tell him to stay home during their road trip. Will more drama ensue? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss how Nick Nurse is handling the situation and the Sixers’ upcoming opener vs. the Milwaukee Bucks. They also make a series of Sixers predictions for the season, focused on Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaden Springer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: The New York Knicks want to offer garbage to trade for Philadelphia Sixers center Joel Embiid

October 24, 2023 18:52 - 1 hour

Joel Embiid has said all the right things publicly about wanting to play and win with the Sixers, but trade rumors connecting him to the Knicks won’t go away. Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss a theoretical trade offer of Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, and Evan Fournier, why Philadelphia would reject it outright, and why these stories won’t go away. They also predict who will win the NBA Finals and NBA awards for the 2023-24 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Has James Harden played his final game for the Philadelphia 76ers?

October 23, 2023 20:16 - 1 hour

The Sixers’ preseason is over and James Harden is still not with the team. Has he played his last game for the franchise, or will he be forced to suit up? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss Harden’s lingering absence, Nick Nurse reaching out to the star guard, and the Sixers’ signing of Javonte Smart. They also do a preseason stock report ahead of Thursday’s opener vs. the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Joel Embiid rusty in Philadelphia Sixers’ preseason finale against the Atlanta Hawks

October 21, 2023 02:29 - 1 hour

Joel Embiid looked rusty in his preaseason debut as the Philadelphia 76ers closed out their preseason schedule Friday night against the Hawks. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann break down what they saw in the Sixers' preseason finale, including how Embiid's presence impacted the Sixers' offensive schemes, whether Jaden Springer has earned a spot in the rotation to start the regular season, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Daryl Morey calls Clippers ‘unserious’ in trade talks for Sixers star James Harden

October 19, 2023 19:54 - 1 hour

The L.A. Clippers continue to low ball the Sixers in trade talks for James Harden. Will Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey simply walk away from a deal? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the latest round of Harden reporting and Harden’s second straight no show. They also talk about the team’s hire of former Blazers executive Neil Olshey and Embiid’s potential sneaker deal with Sketchers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | James Harden leaves Philadelphia as Sixers, Clippers trade talks drag on

October 18, 2023 18:40 - 1 hour

James Harden was a no-show at Sixers practice and went back to Houston as trade talks between Philadelphia and the Clippers continue. Is a holdout coming? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the latest Harden development and L.A.’s refusal to include Terance Mann in a trade. They also try to piece together what the start of the season might look like if Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey have to lead the team themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Nick Nurse’s impact is already showing for the Philadelphia 76ers

October 17, 2023 19:59 - 1 hour

Nick Nurse’s arrival in Philadelphia has led to some major changes in how the Sixers play, and the preseason still hasn’t ended yet. Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the team’s swarming defense against the Brooklyn Nets, Kelly Oubre’s play off of the bench, Jaden Springer’s continued rise, and how things might change with Joel Embiid on the floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | James Harden shares his side of Daryl Morey, Philadelphia 76ers beef

October 16, 2023 18:13 - 1 hour

James Harden finally explained why he can never forgive Sixers executive Daryl Morey. Is his stance justified? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss Harden’s recent interview, the position he has put Nick Nurse in, and whether Philadelphia is any closer to a trade with the L.A. Clippers to improve Joel Embiid’s team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | What can Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers learn from the Phillies’ playoff success?

October 13, 2023 20:50 - 58 minutes

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading back to the NLCS for the second year in a row. What lessons can the Sixers learn from the Phillies’ playoff success, and how the fan the fanbase has embraced the team? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann discuss that, the latest reports from ESPN on how the Los Angeles Clippers are trying to improve their trade offer for James Harden, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Doc Rivers thinks James Harden should return to play for Philadelphia 76ers

October 12, 2023 19:20 - 1 hour

Former Sixers head coach Doc Rivers has not run out of advice for James Harden. Will the guard listen to his advice or continue to demand a trade out of Philadelphia? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss Rivers’ latest comments, ESPN’s top 50 player rankings, Michael Rubin’s thoughts on Harden, and much more. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://PHLYLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twitter:...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Jaden Springer, Kelly Oubre shine as the Philadelphia 76ers continue preseason play

October 12, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour

Jaden Springer had his strong performance in a row as he fights for a spot in head coach Nick Nurse’s rotation. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann discuss that, talk about Kelly Oubre’s big night and more as they recap the Sixers’ second preseason game against the Boston Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Philadelphia 76ers voted most unpredictable team in NBA executive poll

October 10, 2023 20:07 - 1 hour

The Sixers are viewed as the league’s most unpredictable team by executives around the NBA. Can they escape the chaos and come out of the East? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss new polling on the Sixers, Tyrese Maxey’s candidacy for a breakout season, where the team will finish in the Eastern Conference, and reporting on James Harden’s standoff from ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Jaden Springer and the Philadelphia 76ers made a statement in preseason opener vs. Celtics

October 09, 2023 17:53 - 55 minutes

Joel Embiid and James Harden sat out the Sixers’ preseason opener against the Celtics. But they opened the door for Tyrese Maxey and Jaden Springer to have statement performances in their absence. Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the opening game of Philadelphia’s preseason, spotlight what Nick Nurse trends carried over from training camp, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are the L.A. Clippers gearing up to trade for Philadelphia 76ers’ James Harden?

October 06, 2023 21:08 - 47 minutes

New reporting suggests the Los Angeles Clippers are shopping around to potentially make a James Harden trade. Could the Sixers’ saga end soon? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss the latest Harden reporting, look ahead to the team’s preseason opener vs. the Boston Celtics, and wrap up training camp from Colorado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Nurse wants the Philadelphia 76ers to play risky, reckless defense

October 06, 2023 04:19 - 57 minutes

The Sixers are building their base defensive concepts at training camp in Colorado, and head coach Nick Nurse is asking for his team to be as risky and reckless as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Harden’s arrival to Sixers training camp was shockingly normal

October 04, 2023 21:47 - 55 minutes

James Harden made his much-anticipated arrival to the Sixers’ training camp in Colorado, and to the surprise of many, he was all business on day one. Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck report live from Fort Collins on the reaction to Harden’s first day, Nick Nurse’s expectations for him moving forward, and the relentless shade toward Doc Rivers from Sixers players. They also unpack Stephen A. Smith’s report on Harden’s fallout with the Houston Rockets, and the team’s meeting with Deion “Coach Prim...

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Is James Harden coming to Colorado to ruin Philadelphia 76ers training camp?

October 04, 2023 00:01 - 56 minutes

The morning of Philadelphia’s first training camp practice, reports emerged that James Harden would be in Colorado as soon as Tuesday. What is he coming here to do? Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck share their impressions from Day 1 of Nick Nurse’s first training camp, as the team braces for the arrival of their unhappy star. Patrick Beverley, Tyrese Maxey, and Nurse all speak on how things are going so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | James Harden skips Sixers media day; what comes next for Philadelphia?

October 02, 2023 18:55 - 55 minutes

James Harden’s teammates were left to speak on his behalf after the star guard skipped the Sixers’ media day. What comes next for Philadelphia? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss Joel Embiid’s thoughts about their situation, Nick Nurse’s plan for the season, and more before heading to Colorado for training camp. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://PHLYLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twi...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Instant reactions to Jrue Holiday trade to Boston and how it impacts the Philadelphia 76ers

October 01, 2023 22:51 - 23 minutes

The Portland Trailblazers traded Jrue Holiday to the Boston Celtics this afternoon. What does that mean for the Philadelphia 76ers and the rest of the league? Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck are breaking it all down and on the PHLY Sixers Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | What are the Philadelphia 76ers biggest question marks as they head into camp?

September 29, 2023 15:22 - 58 minutes

Derek and Kyle break down what they’re looking forward to as the Philadelphia 76ers get set to begin training camp next week. Will James Harden show up? How will the team react to his absence if he doesn’t? How much does Nick Nurse commit to experimenting with two big lineups early on? How does Tyrese Maxey look as the lead guard?  An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://PHLYLocker.com  FOLLO...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Does Damian Lillard’s trade to Milwaukee shut Philadelphia 76ers' window?

September 28, 2023 18:36 - 56 minutes

Dame Lillard moving to the Milwaukee Bucks is a league-altering trade. Is it a move that closes the window for the Joel Embiid era, or will it kick off even more moves in a wild Eastern Conference? Kyle Neubeck, Derek Bodner, and Rich Hofmann discuss Portland’s megadeal, whether it changes the James Harden market, Philly’s interest in Jrue Holiday, and much more. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH...

Instant Reaction: Damian Lillard traded to the Milwaukee Bucks and what it means for the Philadelphia 76ers

September 27, 2023 20:44 - 17 minutes

Damian Lillard is being traded to the Milwaukee Bucks as part of a three-team deal including the Phoenix Suns. The Portland Trail Blazers will receive Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camara and draft capital in the deal while Phoenix lands Jusuf Nurkic, Grayson Allen, Nassir Little and Keon Johnson. What does this mean for the 76ers? Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck are breaking it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Has Daryl Morey’s tenure been good for the Philadelphia 76ers? | PHLY Sixers Podcast

September 27, 2023 16:42 - 1 hour

Daryl Morey is about to begin his fourth season in charge of the Philadelphia 76ers. Has his impact been positive on the franchise, and are there any moves they’d like to have back? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner go through Morey’s moves since joining the team in 2020, including the Al Horford trade, the Ben Simmons/James Harden swap, and the drafting of Tyrese Maxey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Should Philadelphia 76er, Joel Embiid, play in the 2024 Olympics, and for whom?

September 26, 2023 17:05 - 1 hour

Sixers center Joel Embiid has the option of playing for several different teams in the 2024 Olympics. Does it make more sense for him to play for his home country of Cameroon, join Team USA, or suit up for France? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss Embiid’s options in international play, including whether he should play in the Olympics at all. Then, they offer their takes on new leaked Sixers jerseys, Joshua Harris’ ownership of the Commanders, and more. An ALLCITY Network Production SUB...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Handicapping Dame Lillard's trade market; Are the Philadelphia 76ers a frontrunner?

September 25, 2023 18:57 - 1 hour

The Damian Lillard trade market seems to be heating up, with Portland looking to get a deal done before camp and the Toronto Raptors reportedly emerging as a contender to land Lillard’s services. Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck break down the latest Lillard news, go over France setting a deadline for Joel Embiid to make his decision on the 2024 Olympics, then dive into the listener mailbag, going over the CBA implications if the Philadelphia 76ers decided to convert Terquavion Smith’s two-way...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Are Dame Lillard trade talks holding up James Harden’s market?

September 22, 2023 20:50 - 57 minutes

Damian Lillard’s trade market seems to be heating up ahead of training camp. Is the interest in Lillard slowing down the discussion over James Harden? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss what’s happening with Lillard, if the Sixers have real interest in Buddy Hield, and whether they see any of this being resolved ahead of training camp. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://PHLYLocker.com ...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Is Tobias Harris being utilized correctly by the Philadelphia 76ers?

September 21, 2023 16:35 - 59 minutes

Can Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse get more out of Tobias Harris by utilizing him differently? Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Kyle Neubeck debate Harris’ role on the team, his trade value with an expiring contract, Buddy Hield’s availability, and more on today’s show. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: www.youtube.com/@PHLY_Sports ALL THINGS PHLY:  WEBSITE: http://allPHLY.com/ BUY MERCH:  http://PHLYLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twitter: @PHLY_Sports Instagram: @PHLY_Sp...

PHLY Sixers Podcast | Which Eastern Conference team is the “mystery team” after Damian Lillard?

September 20, 2023 17:39 - 59 minutes

The Damian Lillard and James Harden trade sagas continue to drag on. Is there a mystery team out there who could emerge for either star? Kyle Neubeck, Derek Bodner, and Rich Hofmann discuss the latest in the NBA rumor mill, and then do some historic Sixers roster building. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Is signing Kelly Oubre Jr. a good thing for the Sixers?

September 19, 2023 19:32 - 57 minutes

The Sixers finally added another wing to the roster in Kelly Oubre Jr., but is he the sort of player they need to take a step forward? Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner debate Oubre’s value to a good team, Daryl Morey’s offseason strategy, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: How much will the Philadelphia 76ers miss Shake Milton, Jalen McDaniels and Georges Niang?

September 18, 2023 19:39 - 1 hour

The Philadelphia 76ers lost three rotation players in free agency: Shake Milton, Jalen McDaniels and Georges Niang. Who will they miss the most? Derek and Kyle debate that, then go through the viewer mailbag, giving their thoughts on how the trade market for James Harden might shake out, how this team compares to the 2021-22 team during Ben Simmons’ holdout, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: How does Boston’s changes and Milwaukee’s drama impact how the Sixers will contend in the East?

September 15, 2023 19:39 - 1 hour

Boston made a significant offseason move when they dealt away Marcus Smart for Kristaps Porzingis, and Giannis Antetokounmpo keeps making comments about possibly going elsewhere to compete for a title. How does all of that impact the Philadelphia 76ers’ chance to compete in the Eastern Conference, both this year and in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers: Which young Sixers can make an impact for Philadelphia other than Tyrese Maxey?

September 14, 2023 16:52 - 1 hour

Tyrese Maxey is poised for a starring role in Philadelphia this season. Which Sixers under 25 could join him in rejuvenating the team? On this episode of the PHLY Sixers podcast, Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner discuss if Paul Reed can make a leap, whether rookie Terquavion Smith can make Nick Nurse’s rotation, if Danny Green is washed, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers: How much of a difference will Nick Nurse make with the Philadelphia 76ers?

September 14, 2023 16:34 - 59 minutes

Nick Nurse should change the Sixers’ schemes significantly from what Doc Rivers did for Philadelphia, with aggressive trapping, full-court press and a willingness to experiment. But do the Sixers have the personnel to make it work?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PHLY Sixers Podcast: Introducing the PHLY Sixers podcast | How & when will the Sixers resolve the James Harden saga?

September 12, 2023 20:05 - 1 hour

Will the James Harden drama drag on into training camp, or will the Philadelphia 76ers find a resolution in the coming weeks? To kick off the inaugural PHLY Sixers podcast, Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck examine Harden’s timeline of discontent, his beef with Daryl Morey, and discuss what to expect from the new show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Harden free agency thoughts

June 11, 2023 21:26 - 42 minutes

James Harden and the Sixers both have a major decision to make in the offseason. Derek and Rich discuss the calculus from both Harden and the Sixers' perspectives as Harden becomes a free agent, the pros and cons of bringing Harden back (and letting him walk) and how the other major moves of the offseason will be affected by the Harden decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Nurse hired as Sixers head coach

June 01, 2023 00:17 - 51 minutes

The Sixers have hired a head coach to replace Doc Rivers, former Toronto Raptors coach and noted Sixers antagonist Nick Nurse. Derek and Rich discuss everything about the new Sixers head coach: Can Nurse work his defensive magic with an entirely different roster? How about all those minutes that he played his starters in Toronto? Does this hire make it more or less likely that James Harden leaves in free agency? How will he work with his former nemesis, Joel Embiid? There are plenty of questi...

Harden rumors and diving into Sixers coaching candidates

May 25, 2023 23:35 - 46 minutes

The Sixers offseason is officially underway. Derek and Rich talk about the recent rumors concerning James Harden's impending free agency and the Sixers' willingness (or lack thereof) to give him a max contract. Then, they discuss the pros and cons of the Sixers' main coaching candidates: Nick Nurse, Mike D'Antoni, Monty Williams, Mike Budenholzer, Sam Cassell and Frank Vogel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Initial thoughts on Doc Rivers' firing and James Harden's free agency

May 18, 2023 19:49 - 53 minutes

Fresh off being embarrassed in Boston on Sunday, Doc Rivers was fired on Tuesday and Daryl Morey spoke to the media on Wednesday. Derek and Rich talk about Morey's difficult spot, the potential candidates to replace Rivers and James Harden's outsized role in the Sixers offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Embiid and Harden no-show Game 7, Sixers fire Doc Rivers

May 16, 2023 22:15 - 52 minutes

The Sixers season ended in the most humiliating fashion possible in Boston. Derek and Rich discuss a career-defining performance (in all the wrong ways) for Joel Embiid, James Harden again coming up short in an important moment, Doc Rivers' role in all this and why the Sixers continue to disappoint when they play a real team in the second round. Note: This podcast was recorded minutes before Rivers was officially fired, which felt like a formality. Both hosts talked about Rivers as the former...

Sixers head back to Boston for Game 7

May 12, 2023 22:07 - 49 minutes

It has been a wild week for the Sixers. First, a James Harden masterpiece ties the series up in Game 4. Then, Joel Embiid and the Sixers play perhaps their best game of the season and dominate the Celtics in Game 5. And with their best opportunity in years, the Sixers offense laid a complete egg in a Game 6 closeout situation at home. Derek and Rich discuss all of that, plus what they're expecting from Game 7 in Boston... and why they're perhaps a bit more optimistic than they were at the beg...

Sixers lose Game 3 to Celtics and talking with longtime Sixers fan, Governor Josh Shapiro

May 06, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour

The Sixers lost Game 3 to Boston, surrendering homecourt in the process and making Sunday's Game 4 a de facto must-win game. Derek and Rich talk about the struggles of the Sixers starting backcourt of James Harden and Tyrese Maxey, the Sixers consistently losing the little things battles against Boston in the past two games, plus Joel Embiid's encouraging performance after an emotional MVP ceremony. Finally, they are joined by a special guest, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who discusses...

Sixers stun Celtics in Game 1 behind James Harden's masterpiece

May 02, 2023 23:56 - 34 minutes

The Sixers started their second-round series in Boston as massive underdogs, playing the title favorites without Joel Embiid. And they stole Game 1 in front of a stunned TD Garden behind perhaps the best postseason performance of James Harden's career. Derek and Rich discuss Harden's brilliance, the late-game heroics of Paul Reed, Doc Rivers yet again coming up big while coaching shorthanded and plenty more from one of the most triumphant Sixers wins in recent memory. Learn more about your ad...

Sixers-Celtics preview, Embiid's status uncertain

April 30, 2023 04:18 - 56 minutes

The series Sixers fans have been waiting all season for is upon us! But unfortunately, as seems to be the case every year, Joel Embiid's health status is uncertain as the Sixers prepare to face Boston. Derek and Rich recap the latest with Embiid's knee injury before previewing the series: How the Celtics will test Embiid's mobility more than any other team, why Boston has single covered Embiid throughout his career, possible ways to get Tyrese Maxey on track in what has been a difficult match...

Sixers sweep Nets

April 23, 2023 18:45 - 53 minutes

The Sixers went to Brooklyn, got two wins and now have a week off. Derek and Rich discuss everything that happened to create the franchise's first sweep since 1991: The James Harden and Joel Embiid ejection drama from Game 3, Tobias Harris and Paul Reed stepping up in a big way in Game 4, Doc Rivers' unfortunate choice of words, how the team's toughness showed up on the glass... and unfortunately, Embiid's injury and Harden's inability to make a 2-point field goal. Learn more about your ad ch...

Sixers overcome sloppy performance to beat Nets in Game 2

April 18, 2023 21:37 - 43 minutes

The Sixers turned the ball over a ton, James Harden played one of his worst games as a Sixer... and it still didn't matter all that much. Derek and Rich discuss the Sixers' win in Game 2 over Brooklyn: Why did it take so long for them to get back to the Game 1 blueprint of letting Joel Embiid pick apart double teams? How concerning was Harden's performance? They also go over some of the postives: Embiid's defense (and post-game trolling), Tyrese Maxey's shotmaking and Tobias Harris shining in...

Sixers rout Nets in Game 1

April 16, 2023 21:54 - 46 minutes

The NBA playoffs are finally here! And the Sixers took care of business against Brooklyn in a 121-101 Game 1 win, despite some hot shooting from the Nets. Derek and Rich discuss how the Sixers handled the Nets' aggressive double teams against Joel Embiid, hustle plays from Paul Reed and P.J. Tucker and a hot 3-point shooting game for James Harden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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