Big games by the Philadelphia 76ers’ James Harden and Joel Embiid have turned this into a best-of-three NBA playoff series vs. the Miami Heat.
Author: Tom Moore, Bucks County Courier Times
James Harden shines in Sixers home debut as Doc Rivers looks to make rotation decisions
James Harden had 26 points, nine assists and nine rebounds as the Sixers used a big second half to top the Knicks and move to 3-0 with Harden.
James Harden era off and running for Sixers after impressive debut in rout of T’wolves
James Harden didn’t disappoint in his first game for Philadelphia, finishing with 27 points and 12 assists in a 133-102 road win over Minnesota.
Sixers coach Doc Rivers on latest Ben Simmons trade drama: ‘It’s all posturing’
Doc Rivers responded after an ESPN report cited Ben Simmons’ apparent frustrations with the coach and the Sixers organization.
Sixers star Joel Embiid returns from bout with COVID-19: ‘I really thought I wasn’t going to make it’
Joel Embiid was back after missing nine games with COVID-19 that he said resulted in trouble breathing and “headaches worse than a migraine.”
Sixers have traded unhappy stars before Ben Simmons and didn’t make out too well
Dealing a disgruntled Charles Barkley didn’t work out so well for the Philadelphia 76ers. That was also the case with Moses Malone and Markelle Fultz.
How Tobias Harris has become a reliable No. 2 option for the 76ers in two years
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris is much more assertive and consistent in the NBA playoffs, as evidenced by his numbers across the board.
Sixers rout Wizards for 3-0 series lead but not celebrating: ‘We’ve done nothing’
The top-seeded Sixers are in control of their first-round series with a 3-0 lead, but they aren’t looking past the Wizards.
John Chaney’s impact goes way beyond his success coaching basketball at Temple University
The death of longtime Temple coach John Chaney on Friday left former players like Mike Vreseswyk reeling.
Are the chances the Philadelphia Phillies sign catcher J.T. Realmuto improving?
All-star J.T. Realmuto is seeking a big-money, long-term contract. The Phillies have budget concerns, but two potential suitors signed other catchers.