Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia 76ers need more depth at power forward. There aren’t that many options left in free agency, but one player they are looking at is three-point specialist Davis Bertans. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Keith Pompey reported in an August 13 story that the Sixers are eyeing Bertans. He also...

Sixers Interested in Former $80 Million 3-Point Specialist

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Tyrese Maxey for Team USA in 2028? Philadelphia 76ers veteran KJ Martin believes so.

Sixers Veteran Confidently Makes Tyrese Maxey Prediction

The Philadelphia 76ers' NBA Cup schedule is set.

Philadelphia 76ers’ 2024 NBA Cup Schedule Revealed

Boston, MA

After winning a championship with the Boston Celtics and an Olympic gold medal with Team USA this summer, many have discussed whether guard Jrue Holiday deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame. Holiday has never been an MVP-caliber player in the NBA. However, he has still played a major role on every team he has been with. Although some say he should not be in the Hall of Fame, a former NBA player has made his opinion known. On X, 10-year NBA veteran Evan Turner responded to a post discussing Holiday’s case for the Hall of Fame. In response to the question of whether Holiday is a candidate for the Hall of Fame or not, Turner simply said “Yes.”

Former NBA Lottery Pick Says Celtics Champion is a Hall of Famer

Sheil is back for another Sunday night pod with some observations on the Eagles, the struggling Phillies, and Joel Embiid’s Olympic gold medal. Just how good has Jalen Hurts been this offseason and in training camp? Is he looking to be in redemption mode this upcoming season (07:12)? What’s been going on with the Phillies? They’ve been struggling since the All-Star break, but what exactly is causing the drop-off (21:00)? Plus, could the gold-medal run help Joel Embiid and the Sixers this upcoming season (30:56)?

What We’ve Learned About the Eagles, Phillies’ Struggles, and Embiid’s Winning Moment

Former Philadelphia 76ers forward calls it a national career.

Former Sixers Veteran Announces Retirement From Olympic Play

Minneapolis, MN

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has turned down the opportunity to represent Team USA in their next major tournament. The 22-year-old was recently part of the United States men’s basketball squad that competed at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The Americans won all six games of the tournament en route to the gold medal. They defeated hosts France 98-87 in the final last Saturday at the Accor Arena in Paris.

Anthony Edwards Refuses To Join Team USA In Next Tournament

Tampa, FL

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Jacksonville, FL

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Los Angeles, CA

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James' former Olympic teammate was on hand for Team USA's gold medal game last weekend.

Lakers News: Why LeBron James Didn't Greet Stephon Marbury After Winning Olympic Gold

It’s been interesting reading about Joel Embiid after Team USA’s Olympic triumph in Paris. On one end of the spectrum, you have fanboys who think Joel can do no wrong, and on the other end there exists plenty of criticism for traditional media, in this case the Inquirer’s Mike Sielski:

Joel Embiid's Olympic Run was a Success, but the Most Important Takeaway for Sixers Fans is TBD

There’s no shortage of great pass catchers who’ve donned the blue and white “NY.” With the New York Giants about to embark on the their 100th season, it feels customary to name drop the team’s most historic figures at the wide out position. Frank Gifford, Earnest Gray, Amani Toomer, Plaxico Burress, and Odell Beckham Jr all come to mind. Oddly enough, the latter has a connection with the guy Giant fans expect to join that list — No. 6 overall pick Malik Nabers.

Malik Nabers Shares Odd Connection to Legendary Giants Wideout

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Joel Embiid made Philadelphia 76ers history by winning gold with Team USA at the Paris Olympics.

Joel Embiid Makes Philadelphia 76ers History

Every year at the NBA draft, some players end up being steals, and some come short of expectations. The 2023 NBA draft featured Victor Wembanyama, one of the most hyped prospects of all time. However, like any draft, the 2023 draft will feature players who fall short of expectations. Throughout the league’s history, there have always been draft busts, but who are the biggest busts of the last ten NBA drafts? This list is from 2013-2023, as it is too early to tell who will be a bust in this year’s draft.

Biggest NBA Draft Busts of the Decade

The script writers in the NBA might be the best. No one leans into a storyline like they do. That’s why all the bullshit that surrounds the players during the offseason is most of the time more entertaining than the games being played. And they did it again! Doc Rivers will be back on in the Wells Fargo Center for the first time since getting his pink slip to open up the Sixers’ championship campaign:

Doc Rivers Returns to Philadelphia in Sixers' 2024 Home Opener

Cincinnati, OH

The North American hard court swing will continue at the Cincinnati Open. It is a combined ATP/WTA tournament, and the women’s main draw matches begin on Tuesday. There is a strong WTA entry list for the event. French Open champion Iga Swiatek and the US Open winner Coco Gauff are the top women’s seeds. However, several WTA players have elected to withdraw from the Cincinnati Open. This article names those who have withdrawn and then lists their replacements in the draw.

Full List of WTA Players to Withdraw From Cincinnati Open

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Despite not appearing in an NBA game in over five years, 28-year-old forward Guerschon Yabusele took the basketball world by storm during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Representing France, Yabusele helped his home country take home a silver medal after their loss to Team USA in the Finals. During the Olympics, he averaged 14 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1 assist per game. This includes a 20-point performance against Team USA. Additionally, he shot 51.9% from the field throughout the Olympics.

2024 Olympics Breakout Star “Ready” for NBA Return

As a reward for leading Team USA to a gold medal in Paris, LeBron James was named the 2024 Olympic MVP. Afterwards, James spoke to Andscape’s Marc J. Spears about receiving the award, saying:. “It’s an honor. I don’t know who the voting committee, or whatever the case may...

LeBron James Opens Up After Beating Out Superstars For MVP

San Francisco, CA

According to NBA reporter Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Golden State Warriors didn’t offer Brandin Podziemski or Jonathan Kuminga for Paul George or Lauri Markkanen. George wound up declining his 2024-25 player option with the Los Angeles Clippers and signing with the Philadelphia 76ers, while Markkanen signed an extension with the Utah Jazz.

Report: Warriors Didn’t Offer Brandin Podziemski Or Jonathan Kuminga For Paul George Or Lauri Markkanen

The NBA schedule is starting to leak out—we’ve already seen the Christmas Day games—and now a handful more dates, including opening night, have come out. Here are more dates, via Shams Charania of The Athletic. Opening night, Oct. 22. • New York Knicks at Boston Celtics. •...

Reported NBA opening night: Knicks at Celtics (ring night), Timberwolves at Lakers

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One Question For Each Philadelphia 76ers Rookie

The Philadelphia 76ers, like the Miami Heat, got a nice haul of players on draft night who have great potential. However, each rookie has questions they...

One Question For Each Philadelphia 76ers Rookie

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