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Sixers Shifts: Morey’s Six-Year Run Ends Amid Chaos and Contention
sports12 days ago

Sixers Shifts: Morey’s Six-Year Run Ends Amid Chaos and Contention

Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers parted ways after a six-year tenure defined by bold roster gambles that netted Embiid, Maxey, and George but failed to deliver an Eastern Conference Finals or a championship. The 2024 Harden-for-cap-space move to sign George helped shape a high-end talent core, but depth issues, a fruitless 2025 trade deadline, and missteps (notably the McCain deal and missed targets) undercut the team's window. Embiid’s injuries and public tensions with management, plus a lack of in-season reinforcements, culminated in ownership deciding a change at the top, with the next front office lead expected to try rebuilding around Maxey and Edgecombe.

via PhillyVoice|
#daryl-morey#joel-embiid#nba
Sixers Tap Myers to Lead Front Office Reset After Morey Exit
sports13 days ago

Sixers Tap Myers to Lead Front Office Reset After Morey Exit

Philadelphia part ways with Daryl Morey, appointing Bob Myers as interim front-office leader to spearhead the search for a new executive. Andre Iguodala isn’t expected to be a candidate. Embiid’s trade unlikely due to $188M remaining on his deal, though a Domantas Sabonis swap has been floated as a long-shot idea. Paul George could draw interest if he declines his option for a lower-extension path. Nick Nurse remains head coach with some staff changes anticipated.

via Hoops Rumors|
#bob-myers#daryl-morey#joel-embiid
Knicks take control as Sixers slump to 0-3 in Philadelphia
sports17 days ago

Knicks take control as Sixers slump to 0-3 in Philadelphia

The Sixers, even with Embiid back, were outworked on the boards and overwhelmed by the Knicks in a 108-94 Game 3, dropping to 0-3 in the series. Philadelphia’s mobility and backcourt offense were hampered by Maxey’s hand injury, while New York leveraged relentless rebounding and a deeper rotation to seize control, leaving Philly with a must-win Game 4 on Mother’s Day to avoid a sweep.

via PHLY Sports|
#joel-embiid#knicks#nba-playoffs
Knicks seize 3-0 series edge with Brunson-Bridges pace and rebounding surge
sports17 days ago

Knicks seize 3-0 series edge with Brunson-Bridges pace and rebounding surge

The Knicks beat the 76ers 108-94 to take a 3-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals, powered by Jalen Brunson’s 33 points and Mikal Bridges’ 23, plus a dominant rebounding effort that fueled 20-plus second-chance points. Embiid returned for Philadelphia but couldn’t slow New York, which controlled the game on the glass and is one win from a second straight playoff sweep heading into Game 4.

via The New York Times|
#jalen-brunson#joel-embiid#knicks
Embiid’s status looms as Knicks and 76ers head to Game 3
sports18 days ago

Embiid’s status looms as Knicks and 76ers head to Game 3

The Knicks and 76ers head into Game 3 with key injury questions: Embiid is questionable with a sprained ankle and hip soreness, Robinson is probable to return from illness, and Hart is questionable with a sprained left thumb. Embiid sat out Game 2 (Drummond started), while the Knicks’ turnover-heavy defense has been a strength in the series, although Philadelphia has struggled with turnovers (18.5 per game) and Tyrese Maxey has committed 10 turnovers overall, as both teams try to gain the edge in the East semifinals.

via New York Post|
#joel-embiid#josh-hart#mitchell-robinson
Game 3 Preview: Knicks edge hinges on Embiid, Anunoby status as paint and blitz battle looms
2026-nba-playoffs18 days ago

Game 3 Preview: Knicks edge hinges on Embiid, Anunoby status as paint and blitz battle looms

Knicks have controlled the series with elite paint play and an aggressive blitz on Tyrese Maxey; Game 3 hinges on Joel Embiid’s availability and OG Anunoby’s hamstring, with Mitchell Robinson likely returning to fortify NY, while Philadelphia must improve interior scoring and defense of the paint to avoid trailing 0-3.

via NBA|
#2026-nba-playoffs#76ers#joel-embiid
Knicks Target Embiid Fatigue, Take Command in Game 1
sports19 days ago

Knicks Target Embiid Fatigue, Take Command in Game 1

The Knicks opened Game 1 by exploiting Joel Embiid’s fatigue from a quick turnaround, feeding him in 27 pick-and-rolls and converting at an efficient clip (about 1.62 points per direct action when Embiid was the screener)—the fifth-worst mark in Embiid’s history defending 25+ ball screens. The approach shows New York’s data-driven mindset and readiness to attack the Sixers’ exhaustion, setting up continued pressure on Embiid as Philadelphia heads into Game 2.

via Daily Knicks|
#joel-embiid#knicks#nba
Embiid Out for Game 2 as 76ers Battle Knicks Without MVP
sports20 days ago

Embiid Out for Game 2 as 76ers Battle Knicks Without MVP

Joel Embiid will miss Game 2 against the Knicks due to right hip soreness and a right ankle sprain, and he did not participate in shootaround after a rough Game 1. With Embiid sidelined, Tyrese Maxey is expected to play a larger scoring role while Andre Drummond and Adem Bona could see more minutes, highlighting the 76ers' depth concerns and raising questions about how they fare in the series without their MVP.

via New York Post|
#injuries#joel-embiid#nba-playoffs-2026
LeBron, Embiid Lead Winners; Jokic and Celtics Falter in First Round
sports22 days ago

LeBron, Embiid Lead Winners; Jokic and Celtics Falter in First Round

The first round of the NBA playoffs delivered drama and surprises: LeBron James carried a shorthanded Lakers to a series win, Joel Embiid returned from emergency appendectomy to fuel Philadelphia’s comeback over Boston, and two teams—Philadelphia and Detroit—pulled off dramatic 3–1 comebacks. Victor Wembanyama impressed in his playoff debut with the Spurs, while Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets were stunned in a surprising exit; Boston collapsed after holding a 3–1 lead, Durant’s Rockets were slowed by injuries, and Orlando’s Magic let a late opportunity slip away as Detroit advanced. With eight teams remaining, the second round should bring even more fireworks.

via Sports Illustrated|
#joel-embiid#lebron-james#nba
Hart: Embiid’s plea won’t stop Knicks fans from trekking to Philly
sports22 days ago

Hart: Embiid’s plea won’t stop Knicks fans from trekking to Philly

Knicks guard Josh Hart says Joel Embiid’s plea to Philadelphia fans not to sell tickets to Knicks supporters won’t stop traveling Knicks fans from buying seats on the secondary market for the Eastern Conference semifinals, noting Knicks fans are persistent and price-driven, while Philadelphia is trying residency-based ticket limits to curb out-of-town attendance.

via New York Post|
#joel-embiid#knicks#nba-playoffs