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Morey’s Star-Chasing Creed Reaches a Breaking Point in Philly
sports8 days ago

Morey’s Star-Chasing Creed Reaches a Breaking Point in Philly

Howard Beck argues that Daryl Morey’s career has been defined by an unwavering pursuit of superstar talent, from Houston to Philadelphia. While his teams have been consistently strong, they’ve never won a title or reached the Finals, with Embiid’s injuries and roster depth playing major roles. Morey’s firing suggests a possible recalibration, but his star-first philosophy has already reshaped how NBA front offices operate and is likely to persist in other teams.

via The Ringer|
#daryl-morey#embiid#houston-rockets
Knicks expose Sixers’ ceiling as Embiid-led core faces a pivotal offseason
sports15 days ago

Knicks expose Sixers’ ceiling as Embiid-led core faces a pivotal offseason

Philadelphia rode a resilient season to a first-round win over Boston, but the Knicks swept the Sixers in the second round, revealing that even a healthy Embiid and a rising Tyrese Maxey lack depth, shooting and size to contend. Injuries, locker-room tensions with the front office and coach, and questions about Morey’s and Nurse’s futures set the stage for a pivotal offseason focused on roster construction around Embiid, while Maxey and rookie VJ Edgecombe give reason for optimism.

via The New York Times|
#embiid#knicks#nba
Embiid Limited, Bench Drought Doom Sixers as Knicks Take 3-0 Lead
sports17 days ago

Embiid Limited, Bench Drought Doom Sixers as Knicks Take 3-0 Lead

Joel Embiid returned in Game 3 for the Sixers but was limited by ankle/hip issues as Philadelphia fell 108-94 to the Knicks, sinking to a 3-0 series deficit. The bench produced zero points through three quarters and was outscored 29-11 by New York’s reserves, highlighting deeper depth issues. Tyrese Maxey has been overwhelmed by the Knicks’ length and heavy minutes in the series, leaving Philadelphia to rely on role players to spark a comeback that appears unlikely after a tough, fatigue-filled night.

via Hoops Rumors|
#embiid#knicks#maxey
Knicks Drag Embiid Out of the Paint with Relentless Pick-and-Roll Pressure in Game 1
sports20 days ago

Knicks Drag Embiid Out of the Paint with Relentless Pick-and-Roll Pressure in Game 1

The Knicks hunted Joel Embiid by pulling him away from the basket with repeated pick-and-rolls and pre-switches, forcing him out of his comfort zone and opening lanes for their guards. Embiid logged heavy defensive workloads in the first quarter (18 PNRs), while Jalen Brunson exploded for 35 points by halftime as New York built a sizable lead and rode the tempo to a 39-point Game 1 victory. The tactical approach centered on exploiting Embiid’s perimeter vulnerabilities to generate easy shots and maintain defensive pressure.

via The New York Times|
#embiid#knicks#nba-playoffs
Sixers-Knicks II: Ten strategic questions to shape the series
sports22 days ago

Sixers-Knicks II: Ten strategic questions to shape the series

NBA playoff preview: Kyle Neubeck breaks down 10 strategic questions for the Sixers’ second-round series against the Knicks, from how rookie V.J. Edgecombe can slow Jalen Brunson and how Embiid’s matchups with Towns and Robinson will be handled, to the center rotation (Drummond vs Bona), backcourt defense, Nick Nurse’s rotation depth, rebounding emphasis, and Philly’s potential path to a conference finals.

via PHLY Sports|
#brunson#edgecombe#embiid
Embiid caps Game 7 win, Sixers turn to Knicks in the Garden
sports22 days ago

Embiid caps Game 7 win, Sixers turn to Knicks in the Garden

Joel Embiid led the Sixers to a decisive Game 7 win over the Celtics, completing a 3-1 series comeback, while the team shifts focus to a Knicks series at Madison Square Garden. In a 12-minute media session, he discussed overcoming injuries, praised his teammates for stepping up, and stressed that Philadelphia must stay locked in and healthy to advance. He also urged the home crowd to bring energy for the tougher, higher-stakes matchup to come.

via PhillyVoice|
#celtics#embiid#knicks
Embiid Sparks Sixers to Game 7 Win, Urges Philly to Pack for Knicks Series
sports23 days ago

Embiid Sparks Sixers to Game 7 Win, Urges Philly to Pack for Knicks Series

Joel Embiid poured in 34 points to lift Philadelphia past Boston 109-100 in Game 7 at TD Garden, delivering the Sixers’ first postseason win over the Celtics in more than 40 years and Embiid’s first Game 7 victory despite a recent appendectomy. The Sixers advance to the second round to face the New York Knicks, who hold home-court for Games 1 and 2, with Game 3 in Philadelphia Friday; Embiid urged fans to fill the arena with red and blue for the playoff push.

via Liberty Ballers|
#celtics#embiid#knicks
Knicks meet healthy 76ers in a pivotal second-round showdown
sports23 days ago

Knicks meet healthy 76ers in a pivotal second-round showdown

The Knicks advance to the second round after beating the Hawks and will face a healthier, red-hot 76ers who rallied from down 3-1 to knock off the Celtics. Philadelphia, the 7th seed, is led by a fully fit Joel Embiid (back from appendicitis) alongside Maxey and George, while New York, coached by Mike Brown, rode a late-series surge to reach the next round. The series begins Monday at Madison Square Garden as both teams chase more postseason history.

via New York Post|
#76ers#embiid#knicks
Embiid pleads Philly fans not to sell playoff tickets to Knicks supporters, even offering to foot the bill
sports23 days ago

Embiid pleads Philly fans not to sell playoff tickets to Knicks supporters, even offering to foot the bill

Joel Embiid led the 76ers past the Celtics 109-100 to complete a 4-3 series comeback and advance to the Eastern Conference semis, where they’ll face the Knicks in New York. Embiid had 34 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists, with Tyrese Maxey adding 30 points and 11 boards. Embiid urged Philadelphia fans not to sell their playoff tickets to traveling Knicks fans, joking that he’d pay to keep home-court advantage; Boston was led by Jaylen Brown’s 33 in a game where they shot 13-of-49 from three, while Tatum was ruled out with knee stiffness.

via The Guardian|
#embiid#knicks#nba