Sixers-Celtics, Game 3: First Half Thread
Game Details When: Friday, April 24, 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PAWatch: Prime VideoRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
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Joel Embiid ruled out for Game 3 vs. Celtics after participating in practice
Well, this is all moving quite fast now, isn’t it? The Sixers released their injury report ahead of Game 3 as the first round series shifts to Philadelphia, and Joel Embiid wasn’t initially ruled out on it. He is listed as doubtful with post appendectomy surgery recovery. It’s truly remarkable that Embiid could play in […]
Sixers have blueprint for more success heading into Game 3 vs. Celtics
Well, that was some turnaround. After an absolute disaster in Game 1, the Sixers improved in just about every way possible to beat the Celtics in Game 2, 111-97. Now, heading into Game 3, there’s even some promise for a Joel Embiid return. If not Friday, then soon, as he’s officially listed as doubtful. It’s […]
Joel Embiid participated in Sixers’ practice on Thursday ahead of Game 3 against Boston
After an upset win in Boston in Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Sixers could have reinforcements on the way as the series turns to South Philadelphia. The Sixers said on Thursday afternoon that Joel Embiid participated “in parts” of practice the day before the team’s Game 3 matchup with […]
Mapping out a path for the Sixers to win the Celtics series
Does anyone actually think the Sixers are going to beat the Celtics in this first round series after their Game 2 win in Boston? It’s still a long shot and Philadelphia is still a heavy underdog despite having claimed home-court advantage with its resounding victory in Game 2 on Tuesday night. No one’s arguing with […]
Sixers need to try and ride the small sample size shooting variance wave
The Philadelphia 76ers’ surprising Game 2 win over the Boston Celtics was a shot in the arm to fans across the Delaware Valley. Before Tuesday night, everyone was collectively shoveling dirt on the grave of the Sixers’ 2025-26 season, but 48 minutes and one wink from VJ Edgecombe has us believing again that Philadelphia isn’t […]
5 Sixers thoughts after their upset Game 2 win in Boston
After being all the way out, Sixers fans are all the way back in after their Game 2 stunner in Boston. Tying the series up 1-1 against the Celtics, I’m soaking it up. Before Game 3 rolls around, here are some choice thoughts I have about the Sixers… Tyrese Maxey took charge when the Sixers […]
Led by VJ-Maxx, Sixers once again show their grit
The Sixers beat the Celtics at TD Garden on opening night — a game which took place in October, though it feels like a lifetime ago. On that night, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe were magnificent. The veteran guard dropped 40 while the rookie poured in 34. With Joel Embiid struggling mightily and Paul George […]
VJ Edgecombe’s Game 2 was historic but far from surprising
VJ Edgecombe had about as good a start to an NBA career as possible. He started on opening night and played 42 minutes, dropping 34 points on 50% field goal shooting en route to beating a hated rival. Six months later, he had his first big playoff moment in the same building. He dropped a […]
Sixers Bell Ringer: VJ-Maxx combine for 59, silence TD Garden with massive Game 2 win
2025-26 Sixers Bell Ringer season standings: Tyrese Maxey – 22.5VJ Edgecombe – 15Joel Embiid – 11.5Paul George – 8Kelly Oubre Jr. – 5Justin Edwards – 4Andre Drummond – 3Quentin Grimes – 3Jared McCain :’( – 3Dominick Barlow – 2MarJon Beauchamp – 2Adem Bona – 1Porter Martone – 1Cam Payne – 1Jabari Walker – 1Trendon Watford […]
Hold up, wait a minute … Edgecombe, Sixers steal Game 2 in Boston
Playoff. VJ. Edgecombe. The Sixers shocked the Boston Celtics with a 111-97 win in Game 2 Tuesday night, tying the series at 1-1. Tyrese Maxey had a much easier go of it, putting up 29 points and nine assists shooting 11-of-28 from the floor. Edgecombe had his playoff coming out party, having a team-high 30 […]
Sixers-Celtics, Game 2: Second Half Thread
Game Details When: Tuesday, April 21, 7 p.m. ETWhere: TD Garden, Boston, MAWatch: PeacockRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
Sixers-Celtics, Game 2: First Half Thread
Game Details When: Tuesday, April 21, 7 p.m. ETWhere: TD Garden, Boston, MAWatch: PeacockRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
Nowhere to go but up as Sixers look to avoid gifting Celtics 2-0 series lead
Here we go again! The Philadelphia 76ers will take the floor at TD Garden once again on Tuesday in hopes of turning things around in this first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics — or at least make it a little more competitive. The hosting Celtics come into Game 2 with a 1-0 series lead […]
Sixers win Draft Lottery tiebreaker, secure 22nd pick in 2026 NBA Draft
The NBA held its draft tiebreaker drawings on Monday, April 20. It is worth clarifying what this process actually is, as this is not the Draft Lottery itself. Instead, the league uses these drawings to establish the order among tied teams before the lottery takes place, ensuring each team receives the appropriate odds (for lottery […]
The Joel Embiid dilemma is likely here to stay
In case you need reminding, go ahead and rewatch Sunday’s game to see how much the Sixers miss Joel Embiid when he’s out. The team looked hopeless without the big fella, getting crushed by the Boston Celtics 123-91 in Game 1 Sunday. Sure, the Celtics are the favorites to get out of the East and […]
5 Sixers thoughts after their Game 1 stinker in Boston
Well, even the little sliver of optimism I had for this Sixers-Celtics series evaporated rather quickly on Sunday. Boston was dominant and the Sixers looked out-classed in every facet of Game 1. It looks like it’s going to be a long week for Sixers fans as their team marches their way to inevitable doom. Until […]
Joel Embiid ‘has started his strength and conditioning program’
Well, any news is good news after what we all witnessed Sunday afternoon. After the Sixers were thoroughly beaten by the Celtics in Game 1 in Boston, it appears there is a glimmer of hope that Joel Embiid can return before the series ends. The Sixers Monday announced that Embiid has started his strength and […]
VJ Edgecombe named finalist for Rookie of the Year
After an extended voting window for NBA awards, we are finally getting to the actual announcements. The NBA named finalists for all major awards during Pistons-Magic coverage. Unsurprisingly, the Sixers’ VJ Edgecombe was named a finalist for the 2026 NBA Rookie of the Year award, alongside Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel and Dallas’ Cooper Flagg. For most […]
Sixers Bell Ringer: Sixers demolished with ease by Celtics in Game 1
2025-26 Sixers Bell Ringer season standings: Tyrese Maxey – 22.5VJ Edgecombe – 15Joel Embiid – 11.5Paul George – 8Kelly Oubre Jr. – 5Justin Edwards – 4Andre Drummond – 3Quentin Grimes – 3Jared McCain :’( – 3Dominick Barlow – 2MarJon Beauchamp – 2Adem Bona – 1Cam Payne – 1Jabari Walker – 1Trendon Watford – 115th roster […]
Sixers completely outclassed by Celtics in Game 1 disaster
Yeah, I don’t know what I expected. The Sixers got crushed 123-91 in Game 1 by the Boston Celtics Sunday afternoon, falling down 1-0 in the series. Tyrese Maxey was unable to pull a rabbit out of the hat, leading the Sixers with 21 points shooting 8-of-20 from the floor along with eight assists. Paul […]
Sixers-Celtics, Game 1: Second Half Thread
Game Details When: Sunday, April 19, 1:00 PM ETWhere: TD Garden, Boston, MAWatch: ABCRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
Sixers-Celtics, Game 1: First Half Thread
Game Details When: Sunday, April 19, 1:00 PM ETWhere: TD Garden, Boston, MAWatch: ABCRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
Sixers begin playoffs in Boston with Sunday matinee
After a roller coaster regular season, the Philadelphia 76ers handled business in the Play-In Tournament against Orlando, earning the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference and a first-round matchup against the rival Boston Celtics. In Game 1 this afternoon in Boston, the Celtics are 13-point favorites to take a 1-0 lead in the series, and […]
Could the Sixers’ centers thrive the most in a series the team isn’t supposed to win?
After nearly a decade of disappointing their fans in the spring time, the Sixers are in a no-lose situation as they open the NBA’s second season on Sunday afternoon in Boston. Expectations couldn’t be lower for the Sixers as the Celtics are the consensus pick to win the East. It’s probably fair to say that […]
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