Sixers Beat: A Philadelphia 76ers, Nba Podcast

Philadelphia City Council members voted to approve a proposal for a downtown Sixers arena adjacent to Chinatown. If Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey are still in Philadelphia in 2031, they’ll be playing in Center City.The PHLY Sixers podcast breaks down a landmark moment for the franchise and weighs in on some last-minute changes to the proposal. They also discuss NBA Cup semifinal matchups between the Bucks, Hawks, Thunder, and Rockets.

Nick Nurse has shuffled through starters while waiting for Joel Embiid and Paul George to get healthy, and it sounds like more changes could be on the way in games to come.The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses Nurse’s approach to the rotation and where it leaves Jared McCain. They also discuss how to get Paul George going on offense and the latest developments with the Center City arena proposal.

Are the Miami Heat willing to trade Jimmy Butler? That’s the latest noise from the rumor mill, as players like Herb Jones, Brandon Ingram, and others pop up as potential trade targets between now and the deadline.The PHLY Sixers podcast goes around the league, looking at the situations with New Orleans Pelicans, Heat, and more. They also discuss Nets veterans like Cam Johnson, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Dennis Schroder.

Jared McCain is in a fight with Kelly Oubre, Guerschon Yabusele, and a surging KJ Martin for a place in Nick Nurse’s starting five. Can anyone lock down the spots between the stars?The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses who might play alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George. They also discuss a recent ESPN report on Embiid battling depression while dealing with his knee issues.

Joel Embiid’s returned to the Sixers’ lineup to spark their win over the Bulls, with Tyrese Maxey pitching in a triple-double to help Philadelphia get an important victory.The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses how Maxey and Embiid attacked Chicago and what Nick Nurse’s group, including Paul George, can do to build momentum from here.

KJ Martin was the star tonight for the Philadelphia 76ers, finishing the night with a season-high 20 points on 9 for 10 shooting from the field in the Sixers' 102-94 victory. Martin's activity on the offensive end of the floor gave the Sixers a much-needed lift in a low-scoring game. Paul George returned to the lineup for the 76ers and added team-highs of 21 points and nine assists. Philadelphia's backcourt of Tyrese Maxey (16) and Jared McCain (7) had a quiet night offensively but were lifted by the play of their teammates. Guerschon Yabusele equaled Maxey's scoring output with 16, including two huge free throws to extend the Sixers’ lead to six in the final seconds of the game. Kelly Oubre chipped in 13 and nine rebounds, Andre Drummond contributed seven points and a game-high 11 boards. The Magic's Franz Wagner paced all scorers with 30, Jalen Suggs netted 22 in the loss. The PHLY Sixers crew discusses win No. 6 for Philadelphia and a great KJ Martin game.  

JOIN THE PHLY DIEHARDS! https://www.allphly.com/join-diehard/ The Philadelphia 76ers had their two game winning streak snapped tonight after falling to the Orlando Magic at home, 106-102. Rookie Jared McCain did all he could in an effort to pick up the win -- leading the Sixers in scoring with 24 points on an efficient 10-17 from the field with three 3s on six attempts. 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey finished with 16 and a team high six assists, but struggled from the floor all night shooting just 6 for 17 and missing all seven tries from behind the three-point line. Maxey sat on 10 points after three quarters before netting six in the final frame as the Sixers made a final push to steal the win. Too little, too late. Guerschon Yabusele and Kelly Oubre added 15 points each for Philadelphia. All five Sixers starters scored in double figures. Orlando's Franz Wagner led all scorers with 35, adding seven rebounds. The PHLY Sixers team breaks down a tough loss at home where the 76ers had their chances but fell short

The Philadelphia 76ers picked up their second straight win, this one a 108-104 win over the Charlotte Hornets thanks to four straight points by Tyrese Maxey in the final minute to secure the win. Maxey, who had been struggling for most of the night, finished with 17 points on 4-16 shooting from the field. Paul George tied his Sixers career high with 29 points, carrying the Sixers for most of the second half as the Sixers’ offense struggled around him. Jared McCain added 17 points on 7-10 shooting off the bench. The Sixers will return to Philadelphia for a game against the Orlando Magic (15-7) on Wednesday night, where they’ll look to extend their season-high win streak to three. Join the PHLY Sixers team as they break down the Sixers’ latest win.

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain has been a true bright spot for the struggling Sixers this season, but after a fantastic month of November, his three-point shooting has taken a bit of a dive over the last three games. McCain is 2 for 21 from long distance over that three-game span and had his stretch of ten straight double-digit scoring games snapped on Saturday night in Philadelphia's win over the Detroit Pistons. 76ers head coach also brought McCain off the bench in favor of veteran Kelly Oubre against the Pistons. What can Nurse and the Sixers do to help guide their young guard through his first rough spot?

PHLY Black Friday! 30% off everything! https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phly-locker  JOIN THE PHLY DIEHARDS! https://www.allphly.com/join-diehard/  Paul George returned to the lineup to help lead a much-needed win for the Sixers, with the veteran wing getting help from Tyrese Maxey, Adem Bona, KJ Martin, and other members of the rotation.  The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses a bounceback outing for the 76ers against the Pistons, and what Nick Nurse’s group did to change their fortunes.  

Tyrese Maxey, Guerschon Yabusele, Jared McCain and the Philadelphia 76ers fought hard but it wasn't enough as Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets escaped with a 122-115 overtime win. Philadelphia had many chances to try and steal this one, but after several Houston efforts for 50/50 balls, offensive rebounds, and Sixers turnovers -- there was simply too much to overcome for the home win. Green scored a game-high 41 points, leading the Rockets to their 14th win of the season and handing the 76ers loss number 14 of the campaign. Maxey was amazing, matching Green's scoring effort with 39 (28 in the second half), Yabusele added 22 in a nice overall performance, and McCain chipped in 15. The Sixers have Thanksgiving off before hitting the road for a Saturday matchup against Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons.The PHLY Sixers team recaps what stood out in Philadelphia's home overtime loss.

Joel Embiid and Paul George’s injuries are sucking the life out of the Sixers’ season. Fans are already beginning to check out, and if Nick Nurse can’t change their direction soon, no one will be following this team in 2025.The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses how bleak things look for Philadelphia, and whether the Tyrese Maxey/Jared McCain combo can pull them out of this tailspin.

Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse, Joel Embiid and the Sixers have disappointed mightily this season. Who is most to blame for Philadelphia’s 3-13 start?The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses where things have gone wrong and why, and if it’s reasonable to expect for this team to pull out of the tailspin.

The Philadelphia 76ers (3-13) were run out of the gym tonight by the Los Angeles Clippers (11-7), falling 125-99. Rookie Jared McCain led the team in scoring with 18 points, Tyrese Maxey finished with 17, and Kelly Oubre added 12 -- the only three players to score in double figures for the Sixers. James Harden paced the Clippers with a team-high 23, handed out eight assists and was a perfect 12-12 from the free throw line in his return to Philadelphia. It was an easy night from the floor for LA, shooting 58 percent from the field and 40 from three. Center Ivica Zubac had 18 and 12 rebounds, and Chester-native Derrick Jones Jr. also netted 18 for the Clips.The PHLY Sixers team discusses a tough night in game two of the Sixers' three-game home stand.

The backcourt of Jared McCain and Tyrese Maxey were sensational as they led the Philadelphia 76ers to a, 113-98, win over the Brooklyn Nets, snapping their five-game losing streak. McCain was outstanding as he paced the Sixers with 30 points, including 6-11 from three-point range, collected six rebounds and handed out three assists. Not to be outdone by the rookie, Maxey added 26 with five assists and four steals in 27 minutes of play. Cam Johnson did his best to secure the win for the Nets with a game-high 37 points, knocking down 9-13 from long-distance but it wasn't enough as Brooklyn falls to 6-10 on the season. Both teams are now 1-2 in NBA Cup group play.The PHLY Sixers crew breaks down the much-needed win for Philadelphia, picking up win number three on the season.

The Philadelphia 76ers complete their three-game road trip by falling to the Memphis Grizzlies, 117-111, their fifth consecutive loss that drops them to a league-worst 2-12 record. Joel Embiid had his best performance of the season, finishing with a game-best 35 points in his first action with fellow All-Stars Tyrese Maxey (8) and Paul George (2). But the playing time with the trio was short-lived as George suffered a left knee hyperextension (the same knee he injured in the preseason) early in the third quarter, forcing him to leave the game for the night. Big man Guerschon Yabusele had a nice game off the bench with 17 points, including five made 3s.Six players scored in double figures for the Grizzlies, led by Desmond Bane's 21 with five made triples. Memphis knocked down 19 from beyond to Philadelphia's 10. The host Grizzlies played tonight on the second night of a back-to-back.The PHLY Sixers discuss George's latest injury and another frustrating outing by the 76ers.

Tyrese Maxey reportedly called out Joel Embiid for poor habits and being late to team activities in a Sixers team meeting following their loss to the Miami Heat. Will this be the moment that helps Nick Nurse turn the team around?The PHLY Sixers podcast discusses a team in disarray.

The Philadelphia 76ers dropped their fourth straight game, losing to the Miami Heat 106-89 on Monday night to fall to 2-11 on the season thanks to a disastrous offensive performance in the second half, including a decisive third quarter that saw the Miami Heat outscore the Sixers 35-16 to take control of the game.Jared McCain and Paul George led the Sixers with 20 and 18 points, respectively. Joel Embiid, who came into the game doubtful because of an illness, finished with just 11 points in 31 minutes of play. Jimmy Butler led the Heat with 30 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.Join the PHLY Sixers team as they try to figure out what the heck is wrong with this team.

Despite 29 points from rookie Jared McCain, the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Orlando Magic on Friday night to drop to 2-10 on the season. The Sixers’ offense scored a measly 3 points in nearly 8 minutes of game play during a 20-3 Magic run. Joel Embiid (20 points) and Paul George (13 point) struggled mightily from the field and played a huge role in the collapse.Join the PHLY Sixers team as they break down another disappointing loss.

The Philadelphia 76ers have struggled without Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey — raising some real concerns. But there has been one true bright spot for the team — rookie Jared McCain. Over the last four contests, McCain is averaging 25.5 points per game and has made a strong case to remain in Nick Nurse’s rotation. But the real question needs to be… should he be considered for a starting spot in the backcourt with Maxey when he returns?The PHLY Sixers team discusses the possible fit as a starter for the rookie and how his play might work alongside the Big 3.