PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast
571 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 525 ratingsWith 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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Sixers-Nets Preview
April 13, 2023 04:52 - 44 minutesThe regular season is over, as the Sixers finished with 54 wins. That is the most since Allen Iverson led them to the NBA Finals in 2000-01. Derek and Rich briefly touch on Joel Embiid winning the early vote for MVP before breaking down the upcoming 3-6 first-round series against Brooklyn: Where are some potential problem areas for the Sixers against the revamped Nets? And what defensive schemes might the Nets try to slow down Embiid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...
Sixers wrap up regular season, Embiid makes final case for MVP
April 07, 2023 21:51 - 37 minutesThe Sixers ended the competitive portion of their regular season with a blowout loss to Miami, a game that Doc Rivers regretted playing his starters in. But a few days before that, Joel Embiid delivered a 52-point masterpiece to salvage one game in the season series about Boston. Derek and Rich talk about their concerns headed into the playoffs, offer some initial thoughts about a Boston series and if they believe Embiid is going win his first MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
Sixers lose to Bucks, Nets loom as playoff matchup
April 04, 2023 02:25 - 49 minutesThe final week of the NBA regular season got off to a rough start for the Sixers in Milwaukee. Derek and Rich discuss Doc Rivers' tough night and what the Sixers might have been holding back for the playoffs. They also talk about James Harden and the bench unit thriving against Toronto, Tyrese Maxey's scorching hot shooting and how the next CBA might affect the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers win, Harden and Embiid detail injuries
March 30, 2023 23:59 - 39 minutesAfter Joel Embiid sat out the highly anticipated matchup with Nikola Jokic on Monday, he and James Harden returned to the lineup for the Sixers on Wednesday against Dallas. The Sixers won the game, and afterward, Harden and Embiid spoke about the injuries that they are currently dealing with. Derek and Rich discuss their level of concern over Harden's Achilles issues, while also sizing up where Embiid stands in the MVP race with seven games left to go in the season. Learn more about your ad c...
Sixers drop tough back-to-back out West
March 26, 2023 19:22 - 41 minutesThe Sixers wasted Joel Embiid's massive performance in Golden State and then were flat on the second night of a tough back-to-back in Phoenix. Derek and Rich discuss their level of concern (or lack thereof) over some of the week's key storylines: James Harden's injury, P.J. Tucker and the bench struggles, Tyrese Maxey's playmaking and Doc Rivers turning to Dewayne Dedmon in Phoenix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Concern about Harden after Sixers loss to Bulls?
March 21, 2023 17:19 - 34 minutesDerek and Rich have done it again. On the day before they planned to podcast, the Sixers' dominant offense slapped together its worst performance in months as they lost in double overtime to Chicago. They discuss James Harden's rough night against the Bulls and their level of concern after Doc Rivers revealed that Harden's foot was bothering him. Later in the episode, they discuss Joel Embiid's dominance and where he stands in the MVP race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
Sixers keep winning, Embiid making MVP case
March 13, 2023 19:55 - 50 minutesDespite a difficult March schedule, the Sixers continue to reel off wins. Derek and Rich discuss some of the lineups that are fueling that success, while touching on Joel Embiid making up some ground against Nikola Jokic in the NBA MVP race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers offense continues to roll
March 10, 2023 19:08 - 43 minutesDerek and Rich go over their major takeaways from the Sixers' 4-1 road trip, including Joel Embiid's dominance, James Harden playing the best basketball of his Sixers career, along with their concerns over the team's defensive struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big Sixers Comeback
March 05, 2023 18:50 - 42 minutesThe Sixers scored 48 fourth quarter points to secure a comeback win over Milwaukee, handing the Bucks their first loss in over six weeks. Derek and Rich break down the statement game from the Sixers, go over Doc Rivers' decision to reinsert Tyrese Maxey into the starting lineup, and discuss the report that James Harden may be looking to return to Houston in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Heartbreaker
February 27, 2023 17:53 - 49 minutesThe Sixers lost a heartbreaking game against the hated Boston Celtics on a last-second shot by Jayson Tatum. Derek and Rich dissect what happened in the showdown between Eastern Conference contenders, and project that forward when talking about a potential playoff series between the teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Comeback Win Over Grizzlies
February 25, 2023 20:44 - 38 minutesJoel Embiid played his best defensive game of the season, James Harden had another big night against one of the league's best defenses, and the Sixers picked up another win over a contender. Derek and Rich break down the Sixers' comeback win over the Grizzlies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mac McClung Dunk Champion + Mailbag
February 20, 2023 18:24 - 43 minutesDerek and Rich react to Mac McClung's incredible performance in the dunk contest, before pivoting to the listener mailbag, going over whether the Sixers should continue to bring Tyrese Maxey off the bench, whether they focused too much on the backup center spot in the buyout market, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Very Good, but Perpetually Frustrating, 76ers
February 17, 2023 18:33 - 41 minutesRich and Derek go over the Sixers' important win over the Cavs, their initial impressions of newly-acquired Jalen McDaniels, whether or not Dewayne Dedmon can solve the team's backup center problems, and what to make of this very good, but perpetually frustrating, 76ers team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Winning In New York
February 13, 2023 03:59 - 37 minutesDerek and Rich break down the Sixers' wins over the Knicks and the Nets and give their first impressions of newly acquired forward Jalen McDaniels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Trade for Jalen McDaniels
February 10, 2023 14:28 - 41 minutesThe Sixers traded Matisse Thybulle for Jalen McDaniels. Derek and Rich break down the trade, going over the details of what the Sixers gave up, what kind of a player McDaniels is, where he fits in their playoff rotation, and whether he was the right player to target with their limited trade assets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trade Deadline Preview
February 06, 2023 02:58 - 46 minutesDerek and Rich break down what to expect from Thursday's NBA trade deadline, recapping the reports that are out there, the options the Sixers have in front of them, and the trade assets they have to work with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Split with the Magic
February 04, 2023 08:47 - 34 minutesRich and Derek discuss their major takeaways from the two-game set against the Orlando Magic, which the Sixers split thanks to a 105-94 win on Wednesday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Giant Slayers
January 29, 2023 20:03 - 48 minutesBy dominating Nikola Jokic in a comeback win over the West-leading Denver Nuggets, Joel Embiid strengthened his MVP case as the Sixers took down yet another contender at the Wells Fargo Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Win in Rivalry Week
January 27, 2023 21:02 - 41 minutesThe Sixers beat the Nets 137-133 in a wildly entertaining game in south Philadelphia. Derek and Rich go over what they saw, how the two teams matchup against each other, and the reaction from the fans in the first Embiid vs Simmons matchup since the trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers a Contender?
January 23, 2023 04:04 - 35 minutesThe Sixers completed their 5-0 road trip, which moved them up to second place in the Eastern Conference. Are they being overlooked as NBA title contenders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Starting Lineups
January 19, 2023 22:23 - 51 minutesDoc Rivers announced that the Sixers will utilize 3 different starting lineups from here on out. Rich and Derek break down the news, discussing what problems the Sixers are looking to fix, and whether they think the change to the starting lineup will be effective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Mid-Term Grades
January 16, 2023 12:00 - 1 hourWith the Sixers now past the halfway point of the season, Rich and Derek run up and down the roster and give each player a grade for their performance so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Halfway Through the Season
January 12, 2023 16:30 - 38 minutesAs we approach the halfway point of the season the Sixers had their starting five of Embiid, Harden, Maxey, Harris and Tucker available for just the seventh time all season. Derek and Rich discuss how they looked in their win over the Pistons, how Maxey and Embiid have looked since coming back from injury, and about James Harden's continued strong play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can the Sixers hold up without Embiid?
January 06, 2023 16:38 - 39 minutesPJ Tucker at center? Can a starting lineup of Harden, Maxey and Melton hold up defensively? Derek and Rich discuss some of the latest developments surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers, including their overtime win over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/ATHLETIC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maximizing James Harden
January 02, 2023 02:57 - 53 minutesRich and Derek discuss the Sixers' disappointing loss to the Pelicans, what they're keeping their eye on for 2023, and wrap it up by taking a few questions from the listener mailbag, including a discussion about how the Sixers can maximize James Harden's skillsets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Harden Back to the Rockets?
December 30, 2022 05:01 - 37 minutesThe Sixers lost to the Wizards, ending their eight game winning streak, Tyrese Maxey is set to return after missing a month and a half with a broken foot and there's a report that James Harden could have interest in returning to the Houston Rockets in free agency next summer. Derek and Rich break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yaron Weitzman on James Harden
December 22, 2022 00:10 - 43 minutesDerek and Rich talk to Yaron Weitzman, who recently wrote a feature on James Harden titled "James Harden reckons with his legacy" for Fox Sports. Derek and Rich talk to Yaron on what he took away from his sitdown with Harden. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/sixers and get on your way to being your best self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Listener Mailbag
December 19, 2022 02:25 - 41 minutesDerek and Rich discuss the Sixers' 118-106 win over the Warriors, their 4th straight victory, before diving into the listener mailbag, going over topics such as their confidence in James Harden's ability to score efficiently in the playoffs, whether Matisse Thybulle is playable in the postseason, what they would prioritize at the trade deadline, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Finding their Footing
December 15, 2022 15:37 - 39 minutesDerek and Rich go over the Sixers' last two wins, including a 131-113 win over the Hornets where Joel Embiid dropped 53 points, followed by a 123-103 win over the Kings as the Sixers look to find their footing now that Embiid and Harden are back on the court together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Good, Bad and Ugly of the Sixers Win
December 11, 2022 14:36 - 41 minutesThe Sixers beat the Lakers in overtime, snapping their season-long three game losing streak in the process. But they blew a 16-point lead with four minutes left in regulation, because this team can't do anything the easy way. Derek and Rich react to the latest Sixers' debacle of a victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Embiid and Harden Struggle
December 08, 2022 04:51 - 36 minutesThe Sixers are 2-5 when Joel Embiid and James Harden both play, including losses to lottery teams like the San Antonio Spurs and the Houston Rockets. Derek and Rich vent about the team's latest lackluster effort and discuss whether there's hope for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PJ Tucker Problem
December 05, 2022 17:54 - 46 minutesHow much of the Sixers' problems to start the season stemmed from switching pick-and-roll's too often? Should PJ Tucker have his minutes reduced? Rich and Derek briefly discuss the loss to the Grizzlies before diving into the listener mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Embiid's Return + Cavs Beatdown
December 02, 2022 13:43 - 40 minutesAfter being the top-ranked defense in the league for the month of November, the Sixers got lit up by the Cleveland Cavaliers in a 113-85 loss. Rich and Derek discuss what to take away from the Sixers' one game defensive slump, then discuss what they've seen from Joel Embiid following his return from a mid-foot sprain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Role Players Thrive
November 28, 2022 03:22 - 42 minutesShake Milton, De'Anthony Melton, Georges Niang and Paul Reed have stepped up in a big way to help the Sixers rack up a few wins while Embiid, Harden and Maxey miss time due to injuries. Rich and Derek discuss the strong play of the Sixers' role players, and how they can continue to excel once the Sixers' main stars return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Treading Water
November 21, 2022 14:01 - 43 minutesThe Sixers have won 4 of their last 6 games, but they've been hit with a myriad of injuries, including extended absences from James Harden and Tyrese Maxey. Derek and Rich try to figure out how they can tread water over the next few weeks while their star backcourt gets healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can the Sixers fix their offense?
November 17, 2022 14:12 - 44 minutesDespite Joel Embiid's 59 point explosion, the Sixers' offense has been struggling over the past few weeks. Rich and Derek break down their struggles, then dive into the listener mailbag, going over questions on Doc Rivers, Tyrese Maxey, ideal lineup combinations and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Embiid Dominates, Scores 59
November 15, 2022 06:17 - 43 minutesJoel Embiid had 59 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 blocked shots in a win over the Utah Jazz as he tries to almost single-handedly drag the Sixers back into respectability. Derek and Rich react to arguably the greatest performance they've ever seen in person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Offensive Struggles
November 12, 2022 15:39 - 45 minutesRich and Derek try to figure out what in the heck is going on with the Sixers' offense, which has been the worst in the league since James Harden went out of the lineup with a right foot tendon strain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Mailbag: Starting Lineup Change?
November 06, 2022 22:54 - 45 minutesDerek and Rich dive into the listener mailbag, going over their concerns about the defensive struggles that have occurred in lineups with PJ Tucker at center, whether the Sixers should consider making a change to the starting lineup, their impressions of the new players and the future of Doc Rivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Impact of James Harden's Injury
November 04, 2022 21:47 - 38 minutesJames Harden will miss up to a month because of a strained tendon in his right foot. Derek and Rich break down how the injury will impact the Sixers, and what they need to do to survive this stretch without him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Bouncing Back
October 30, 2022 21:23 - 44 minutesDerek and Rich recap the Sixers' last three games, which included a debacle of a performance against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday before bounceback wins against the Raptors on Friday and Bulls on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Making Sense of the Sixers Start
October 26, 2022 22:50 - 50 minutesThanks to James Harden's great play down the stretch the Sixers finally got their first win of the season, a 120-106 victory over the Pacers. But despite the win, many of the team's defensive problems continue. Derek and Rich try to make sense of what has been a confounding start to the season for the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Struggle Out of the Gate
October 22, 2022 02:48 - 42 minutesJames Harden looks great and Joel Embiid looks terrible. Derek and Rich take a step back from another disappointing loss to the Bucks to try figure out which early season development is more important for the Sixers' title chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Opening Night Concerns?
October 20, 2022 03:13 - 41 minutesThe Sixers' 126-117 loss to the Celtics on opening night was an embarrassing effort, especially defensively. But should it be concerning? Derek and Rich break down what they saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers roster moves and final preseason thoughts
October 17, 2022 13:44 - 37 minutesDerek and Rich recap the Sixers' final roster moves, which saw them waive Charles Bassey and Isaiah Joe, then go over the takeaways from the final two preseason games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maxey, Melton and Tucker: analyzing the first two 76ers preseason games
October 10, 2022 01:33 - 50 minutesDerek and Rich go over their thoughts on the Sixers' first two preseason games, focusing in on the unbelievable play of Tyrese Maxey and their initial impressions of newcomers De'Anthony Melton and PJ Tucker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Training Camp
October 02, 2022 20:07 - 39 minutesDerek and Rich are back from Sixers training camp in Charleston, South Carolina, to bring you up to speed as the Sixers get ready to kick off preseason basketball this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Simmons and JJ Redick + Sixers Defense
September 25, 2022 14:04 - 54 minutesDerek and Rich react to JJ Redick's interview with Ben Simmons, before diving into their analysis of what to expect from the Sixers' defense this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Keys to Success for the Sixers
September 18, 2022 21:48 - 46 minutesDerek and Rich break down the Sixers' offensive attack, going over their expectations for how the team will perform, and listing out what the keys are that will determine whether they live up to their lofty expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adding Montrezl Harrell
September 12, 2022 02:52 - 40 minutesThe Sixers signed Montrezl Harrell to be their new backup center. Derek and Rich go over what he'll add in the regular season, what their concerns are over how much of that will translate to the playoffs, and how his addition impacts the rest of the rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices