PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast
518 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 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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Episodes
Midseason Grades for Every 76er
January 22, 2020 22:14 - 1 hourDerek and Rich go through each player on the Sixers roster and hand out midseason grades. Who is meeting expectations, who is exceeding them, and who has been a disappointment? Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sixers Trade Deadline Primer
January 16, 2020 02:11 - 47 minutesWho should the Sixers target at the trade deadline? Who would be a good fit, and help push them to title contention? Derek and Rich go through some of the likely options as the struggling Sixers look to get their season back on track leading up to the February 6 trade deadline. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad...
Joel Embiid Injury Overview
January 10, 2020 22:32 - 40 minutesGood news: the Sixers beat the Celtics for the 3rd time this season. Bad news: Joel Embiid will need surgery for the torn ligament in the ring finger in his left hand. How will the Sixers manage without their star center? Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why the Sixers are Sinking
January 06, 2020 19:52 - 48 minutesThe Sixers have lost 7 of their last 10 games, and both the fit and question of this collection of talent looks to be in question. Should they be making major changes at next month's trade deadline? Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Something is not right with Al Horford
January 03, 2020 15:58 - 42 minutesThe Sixers are coming off their worst loss of the season, Al Horford doesn't look right, Ben Simmons still won't shoot and now the defense looks off. What's going on, here? Derek and Rich break down the Sixers' disappointing play over this three game losing streak. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Sixers Championship Ceiling
December 28, 2019 02:28 - 50 minutesThe Sixers dismantled the Milwaukee Bucks, the best team in the NBA up to that point. Was that a fluke, or a sign of what the Sixers are capable of? Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor break down the Sixers' statement win. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Symptoms of Losing
December 20, 2019 17:33 - 47 minutesThe Sixers are on a two game losing streak, and have a tough schedule coming up, including a matchup against Giannis Antetokounmpo in a showdown of the Eastern Conference elite. What recent problems are ones to worry about, and which are temporary? Derek and Rich discuss that, and more, in this week's episode. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe o...
Joel Embiid Isn't Having Fun
December 12, 2019 11:05 - 50 minutesJoel Embiid says he's not having as much fun as he used to. Derek and Rich discuss ow much of a concern that is. Embiid claims it's because he's trying to be mature and not talk trash, but is there more to it? Also: the Sixers' defense is dominant, Matisse Thybulle has turned a corner, and the starting lineup is finally fully healthy. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual su...
Is the Sixers Offense Championship Worthy?
December 08, 2019 01:33 - 39 minutesIs the Sixers' offense championship caliber? What changes can they make to get them there? Derek brings on Mike O'Connor to go over his thoughts on the Sixers' middling offensive attack. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Winning the Right Way
December 02, 2019 10:00 - 44 minutesThe Sixers have won 7 of their last 8 games, but are they playing well? Derek and Rich go over Joel Embiid's improved decision making out of the post, Ben Simmons' All-NBA level defense, and how much of that will translate once they start playing tougher competition. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. V...
The 2010s: 76ers All-Decade Team
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 50 minutesDerek and Rich go through the past decade to create the 76ers All-Decade team for the 2010s. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Read Derek and Rich’s latest reporting on the Philadelphia 76ers on The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Simmons.... FROM THREE!
November 22, 2019 20:39 - 47 minutesBen Simmons finally did it: he made a catch-and-shoot 3 in an NBA game. Is this the start of a new era in Simmons' development, or a one-off occurrence? Derek and Rich discuss the shot seen around the world and what kind of significance that could have on the Sixers' offense. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Read Derek and Rich’s lat...
Improving Embiid and Simmons
November 11, 2019 18:41 - 52 minutesDerek and Rich take a step back to look at big picture topics, namely whether Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons have improved upon their weaknesses enough, and whether that could get in the way of a parade down Broad Street. They then open up the listener mailbag to discuss the backup point guard rotation, Al Horford's struggles playing alongside Embiid, and more. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to ...
Eek! 76ers Defensive Woes
November 07, 2019 00:38 - 36 minutesDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann dig into the defensive woes for a 76ers team that was believed to be an elite defense, Ben Simmons floor spacing issues and looking ahead to the Sixers against the Nuggets and Jazz to finish up the west coast trip. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Read Derek and Rich’s latest reporting on the Philadelphia...
The Smothering 76ers
October 30, 2019 14:34 - 42 minutesDerek and Rich discuss the Sixers' stellar defense, their struggling offense, where the team can turn to get shooting, the injury to Shake Milton and the upcoming game tonight against the undefeated Minnesota Timberwolves. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Read Derek and Rich’s latest reporting on the Philadelphia 76ers on The Athletic...
Inevitably Wrong Sixers Predictions
October 21, 2019 13:00 - 53 minutesBig Announcement! Sixers Beat is moving over to join The Athletic's podcast network. Sixers Beat will continue to deliver weekly shows all about the Philadelphia 76ers, as well as special weekly Athletic subscriber shows. To become a subscriber, go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic. On today's debut episode on the new network, Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss what they expect from this upcoming season includi...
Trailer for Sixers Beat move over to The Athletic
October 21, 2019 08:00 - 2 minutesSixers Beat is moving over to The Athletic. Along with that move is 40% an annual subscription to The Athletic, go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to secure the deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#198 - Thybulle's Rising Star
October 18, 2019 21:21 - 41 minutesSixers Beat hosts Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann from The Athletic Philadelphia look at Matisse Thybulle's eye-opening preseason and what it means for the 76ers's rotation at the start of the season PLUS who else on the bench may get serious run this year. Subscribe on iTunes Read Derek and Rich’s latest reporting on the Philadelphia 76ers on The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#197 - Preseason basketball, Hong Kong controversy
October 10, 2019 23:29 - 39 minutesDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' scrimmage, their preseason opener against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions, and the controversy the NBA finds itself in following Daryl Morey's tweet in support of the Hong Kong protestors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#196 - First impressions from Sixers training camp
October 03, 2019 14:05 - 46 minutesThe Sixers are back practicing in good 'ol Camden, New Jersey. How does Joel Embiid look? Who's winning the backup point guard battle? How are Matisse Thybulle and Zhaire Smith faring, and can they break into the rotation? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#195 - Brett Brown talks about Ben Simmons jumper
September 27, 2019 17:08 - 57 minutesBrett Brown held his annual media luncheon, and there's a lot to unpack. From Ben Simmons' jumper to changes in the team's defensive scheme to Al Horford maybe not being the primary backup center when the season kicks off, Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann walk you through it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#194 - James Ennis, Jonah Bolden and Shake Milton season previews
September 15, 2019 21:13 - 55 minutesDerek and Rich preview the upcoming season for Ennis, Bolden and Milton, give thoughts on Charles Barkley's statue being added to the Legends Walk, go over the SI top 100 player rankings and give embarrassing stories from their time on the beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#193 - Sixers Training Camp Look Ahead
September 08, 2019 21:25 - 33 minutesHow has Furkan Korkmaz looked in the FIBA World Cup? And what should you look out for when the Sixers begin training camp later this month? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#192 - Josh Richardson breakdown
September 01, 2019 19:00 - 36 minutesDerek talks to Mike O'Connor of The Athletic to break down Josh Richardson's game, and discuss what he will add to the 76ers this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#191 - More video of Ben Simmons shooting a basketball
August 26, 2019 14:17 - 38 minutesAfter discussing the latest round of video showcasing Ben Simmons shooting jumpers, Derek and Rich discuss what the Sixers' rotations might look like with the revamped roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#190 - All things 76ers with Kyle Neubeck
August 18, 2019 16:00 - 49 minutesDerek chats with Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice on a number of topics surrounding the 76ers, going over the legitimacy of some of the weaknesses which could potentially prevent the 76ers from making their first NBA Finals appearance in nearly two decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#189 - What Al Horford brings to the 76ers
August 11, 2019 18:47 - 44 minutesWhat does Al Horford bring to the 76ers? How will he fit next to Joel Embiid at the 4? How can he help against Giannis Antetokounmpo? And will Trey Burke or Raul Neto win the backup point guard spot? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#188 - Thoughts on the new look 76ers
July 25, 2019 21:32 - 51 minutesShould the Sixers have extended Ben Simmons? Should you get excited over Ben Simmons' workout videos showcasing his jumper? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#187 - Sixers trade Jimmy Butler, sign Al Horford
July 02, 2019 17:57 - 1 hourWhat happened with Jimmy Butler and the Philadelphia 76ers? Did the trade with the Miami Heat make sense? And how will Al Horford fit? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic discuss the big changes to the Sixers roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#186 - Sixers draft Matisse Thybulle
June 22, 2019 22:26 - 38 minutesThe Philadelphia 76ers traded up to #20 to select Matisse Thybulle out of Washington. Did they give up too much to move up? Was Thybulle the right pick? And what was with their other draft day trades? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#185 - Free agency and draft preview
June 20, 2019 00:36 - 1 hourDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann talk about the recent developments in the NBA, how they impact the 76ers, and preview what is to come in free agency. They then bring Mike O'Connor on (1 hour, 21 minutes) to discuss Thursday's NBA draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#184 - Moving on from Kawhi's shot
May 15, 2019 19:48 - 48 minutesHow do the Sixers move on from Kawhi Leonard's heartbreaking shot? Was bringing back Brett Brown the right move for the Sixers? What do they need to do in order to get all the way to an NBA Finals? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#183 - Sixers dominate Raptors, take 2-1 series lead
May 04, 2019 14:05 - 55 minutesThe Sixers dominated the Raptors in Game 3 and took a 2-1 series lead. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia break down the Sixers' big win, and look ahead to the keys for the rest of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#182 - Nets review and Raptors preview
April 25, 2019 12:39 - 45 minutesWhat can we take away from the Sixers' 4-1 series win over the Nets? And what kind of chance do the Sixers have against the Raptors? Is Ben Simmons the key to the Sixers advancing? Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann, and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#181 - Sixers split at home
April 18, 2019 10:41 - 41 minutesThe Sixers split their two home games against the Nets, showing the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows. What does that mean for the rest of the series? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the start of the Sixers vs Nets series, and what to expect going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#180 - Joel Embiid doubtful for Game 1 and Nets series preview
April 13, 2019 00:49 - 38 minutesJoel Embiid is now listed as doubtful for Game 1 against the Nets. What does that mean, and can the Sixers advance if he's not able to go? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, while also previewing the rest of the Sixers' first-round series with the Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#179 - Just end the regular season already
April 06, 2019 07:34 - 49 minutesThe Philadelphia 76ers finally played with some effort against the Bucks, but it wasn't enough to stop their season-long 3-game losing streak. What's going on? What will they do with James Ennis sidelined for at least two weeks? Should they even care about getting the 3rd seed in the East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#178 - Wolves win and listener mailbag
April 01, 2019 03:48 - 1 hourThe Sixers beat the Wolves, they've all but clinched the 3rd seed in the East and they've started resting Joel Embiid in preparation for the playoffs. With some of the suspense now gone, Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia open up the listener mailbag and answer all kinds of questions, from the bench to possible playoff opponents to Zion Williamson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#177 - They Finally Beat Boston
March 25, 2019 16:19 - 50 minutesThe Sixers beat the Celtics, then had a stinker against the Hawks on the road. Where does this team stand heading into the stretch run? Topics: Takeways from the Celtics game to start, then talk about the lineup pairings (15:42), the disappointing Atlanta game (24:20), the team never reaching elite status defensively (31:45), Joel Embiid possibly defending Giannis in the postseason (37:40), potential first round matchups (40:40) and who has the brigher future, the Nets or the Lakers (45:12)....
#176 - Let's talk about Brett Brown
March 15, 2019 18:26 - 1 hourIs the constant criticism of Brett Brown fair? Is he the right coach for the Philadelphia 76ers? Is he holding the team back? Can they win an NBA championship with him as their head coach? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the constant Brett Brown debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#175 - A much-needed win over the Pacers
March 11, 2019 03:28 - 36 minutesThe Sixers pulled out a much-needed win over the Indiana Pacers with a dominant second-half performance, catapulting them to the 3rd seed in the Eastern Conference and providing them with the tiebreaker over the Pacers. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the big win, and the Sixers' recent play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#174 - Late game demons
March 04, 2019 04:45 - 50 minutesDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' disappointing loss to the Warriors, Josh Harris's comments, Joel Embiid's injury update, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#173 - To Boban or not to Boban, that is the question
February 25, 2019 04:00 - 55 minutesWhat the heck happened in the Sixers blowout loss to Portland? Should Boban Marjanovic or Jonah Bolden be the primary backup center when Joel Embiid returns? And is the Sixers bench still their Achilles heel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#172 - All-Star Break Check-in
February 15, 2019 21:02 - 49 minutesDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia check in on where the 37-21 Philadelphia 76ers stand at the All-Star break. How are the new pieces fitting, how much concern do you have over the Celtics, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#171 - The Tobias Harris Trade
February 07, 2019 04:52 - 47 minutesThe Sixers acquired Tobias Harris from the Los Angeles Clippers, forming quite possibly the best starting 5 in the Eastern Conference. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia break down every angle of the Harris trade, from how he fits with the Sixers stars, to where that leaves their cap situation in the future, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#170 - The changing landscape of the NBA
February 05, 2019 00:29 - 56 minutesDerek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' recent play, the Porzingis trade and AD trade rumors and how they impact the Sixers, and look at what could happen at Thursday's trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#169 - Give Corey Brewer the minimum
January 25, 2019 00:22 - 49 minutesThe Philadelphia 76ers have started their 12 game stretch against the best the NBA has to offer with impressive wins over the Indiana Pacers, Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. That, plus initial impressions of Corey Brewer and what could be in store at the trade deadline in this week's Sixers Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#168 - Jimmy Butler aggressively challenged Brett Brown
January 05, 2019 00:58 - 48 minutesThe Sixers finished off a 3-2 road trip, but Jimmy Butler is reportedly aggressively challenging head coach Brett Brown over his role in the offense. Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Mike O'Connor discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#167 - The Great Ben Simmons Debate
December 30, 2018 17:35 - 50 minutesThe Sixers struggled down the stretch against Boston AGAIN. How much of that is because of Ben Simmons? And are they long term problems for the Butler/Embiid/Simmons core? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#166 - A Qualified Success
December 23, 2018 15:15 - 1 hourThe Philadelphia 76ers finally beat the (shorthanded) Toronto Raptors, and Elton Brand gave an update on Markelle Fultz and Zhaire Smith. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's Sixers Beat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices