Keith PompeyWhat I DoAs the Sixers beat reporter, I provide daily coverage, perspective, a social media presence and long-form takeout pieces about one of the NBA's young emerging teams.Sixers mailbag: Is Tyrese Maxey a top-10 player in the NBA?Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers mailbag: Does Tyrese Maxey have a legitimate case to be a top-10 NBA player?Here's a hint: So far, the point guard is having one of the best seasons in franchise history.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Paul George’s point-forward tilt, Joel Embiid’s big night, and more from win over PacersEmbiid scored 39 points in his best game since scoring 70 against the Spurs in 2024. Meanwhile, George controlled the game on both sides of the ball as Tyrese Maxey sat out for illness. Keith Pompey Dec. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers’ Joel Embiid and Paul George want to ‘be efficient’ while playing on the floor togetherGeorge and Embiid both struggled in Sunday's loss to the Lakers, which was their second game playing together this season.Keith Pompey Dec. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboardJabari Walker is soaking up knowledge from his veteran Sixers teammates "I’ve heard about veteran leadership," he says. "But I’ve never really seen it to this extent. Just grateful to [Andre Drummond]. Eric Gordon, Kyle Lowry, Paul George, Joel [Embiid], all these guys." Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey rises again, Joel Embiid has to get better, and more from win over WarriorsMaxey scored 35 points in the win and had the game-saving block, but it was rookie VJ Edgecombe who scored the go-ahead bucket. The Sixers blew a 24-point lead before escaping with the one-point win.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboardCan Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboardPaul George is finding a rhythm and changing the narrative of his Sixers tenure“Oh, my God. I mean, it was rough, man,” he said of last season. “It was brutal. And when you play for Philly, it’s brutal, man. I had an expectation coming into the year."Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers’ Tyrese Maxey sits out game in Atlanta with an illness Maxey missed his second straight game. He is the league’s third-leading scorer at 31.5 points per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboardTyrese Maxey to miss Sixers’ game against Indiana Pacers with illnessThis will be Maxey's first missed game of the season as he has carried the Sixers and stands among the league's leaders in points and minutes per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe Sixers still haven’t figured out their bad third quarters: ‘Something’s got to give’“I think for us, we just have to find a way to come out with the same energy we finished the [second] quarter with,” Andre Drummond said. Keith Pompey Dec. 9, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe Sixers are adapting to life without stars, and reigniting their season as a resultThe Sixers hadn't won three straight games since opening the season 4-0. Now, their less-heralded players are stepping up and sparking a new run.Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboardJoel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Paul George’s best game, Joel Embiid’s availability, and more from loss to the HawksGeorge finished with 35 points while making 7 of 10 three-pointers against Atlanta, but the Sixers' inconsistent defense and late-game scoring struggles doomed them in a 120-117 loss.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboardPaul George shows signs of being the versatile difference-maker the Sixers expected last seasonWhile George has missed 56 games since the start of last season due to injuries, the 35-year-old is starting to make positive contributions and taking some of the load off Tyrese Maxey.Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe Sixers are injured at key spots. They still see reason to be optimistic about their East chances.They’re in sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings and less than two games out of third place heading into Thursday night’s games.Keith Pompey Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers vs. Lakers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey’s lack of respect, Joel Embiid’s struggles, and more from loss to LakersTyrese Maxey received a technical foul after arguing with an official, but is he justified in his frustration?Keith Pompey Dec. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Paul George steps up, Tyrese Maxey gets defensive, and more in victory over BucksWhile Maxey stepped in to provide solid defense, George hit several clutch shots en route to finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Keith Pompey Dec. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboardPaul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Sixers mailbag: Is Tyrese Maxey a top-10 player in the NBA?Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers mailbag: Is Tyrese Maxey a top-10 player in the NBA?Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers mailbag: Does Tyrese Maxey have a legitimate case to be a top-10 NBA player?Here's a hint: So far, the point guard is having one of the best seasons in franchise history.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers mailbag: Does Tyrese Maxey have a legitimate case to be a top-10 NBA player?Here's a hint: So far, the point guard is having one of the best seasons in franchise history.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George’s point-forward tilt, Joel Embiid’s big night, and more from win over PacersEmbiid scored 39 points in his best game since scoring 70 against the Spurs in 2024. Meanwhile, George controlled the game on both sides of the ball as Tyrese Maxey sat out for illness. Keith Pompey Dec. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George’s point-forward tilt, Joel Embiid’s big night, and more from win over PacersEmbiid scored 39 points in his best game since scoring 70 against the Spurs in 2024. Meanwhile, George controlled the game on both sides of the ball as Tyrese Maxey sat out for illness. Keith Pompey Dec. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Joel Embiid and Paul George want to ‘be efficient’ while playing on the floor togetherGeorge and Embiid both struggled in Sunday's loss to the Lakers, which was their second game playing together this season.Keith Pompey Dec. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Joel Embiid and Paul George want to ‘be efficient’ while playing on the floor togetherGeorge and Embiid both struggled in Sunday's loss to the Lakers, which was their second game playing together this season.Keith Pompey Dec. 10, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Jabari Walker is soaking up knowledge from his veteran Sixers teammates "I’ve heard about veteran leadership," he says. "But I’ve never really seen it to this extent. Just grateful to [Andre Drummond]. Eric Gordon, Kyle Lowry, Paul George, Joel [Embiid], all these guys." Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Jabari Walker is soaking up knowledge from his veteran Sixers teammates "I’ve heard about veteran leadership," he says. "But I’ve never really seen it to this extent. Just grateful to [Andre Drummond]. Eric Gordon, Kyle Lowry, Paul George, Joel [Embiid], all these guys." Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey rises again, Joel Embiid has to get better, and more from win over WarriorsMaxey scored 35 points in the win and had the game-saving block, but it was rookie VJ Edgecombe who scored the go-ahead bucket. The Sixers blew a 24-point lead before escaping with the one-point win.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey rises again, Joel Embiid has to get better, and more from win over WarriorsMaxey scored 35 points in the win and had the game-saving block, but it was rookie VJ Edgecombe who scored the go-ahead bucket. The Sixers blew a 24-point lead before escaping with the one-point win.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Can Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Can Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George is finding a rhythm and changing the narrative of his Sixers tenure“Oh, my God. I mean, it was rough, man,” he said of last season. “It was brutal. And when you play for Philly, it’s brutal, man. I had an expectation coming into the year."Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George is finding a rhythm and changing the narrative of his Sixers tenure“Oh, my God. I mean, it was rough, man,” he said of last season. “It was brutal. And when you play for Philly, it’s brutal, man. I had an expectation coming into the year."Keith Pompey Dec. 16, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey sits out game in Atlanta with an illness Maxey missed his second straight game. He is the league’s third-leading scorer at 31.5 points per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey sits out game in Atlanta with an illness Maxey missed his second straight game. He is the league’s third-leading scorer at 31.5 points per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey to miss Sixers’ game against Indiana Pacers with illnessThis will be Maxey's first missed game of the season as he has carried the Sixers and stands among the league's leaders in points and minutes per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey to miss Sixers’ game against Indiana Pacers with illnessThis will be Maxey's first missed game of the season as he has carried the Sixers and stands among the league's leaders in points and minutes per game. Keith Pompey Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers still haven’t figured out their bad third quarters: ‘Something’s got to give’“I think for us, we just have to find a way to come out with the same energy we finished the [second] quarter with,” Andre Drummond said. Keith Pompey Dec. 9, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers still haven’t figured out their bad third quarters: ‘Something’s got to give’“I think for us, we just have to find a way to come out with the same energy we finished the [second] quarter with,” Andre Drummond said. Keith Pompey Dec. 9, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers are adapting to life without stars, and reigniting their season as a resultThe Sixers hadn't won three straight games since opening the season 4-0. Now, their less-heralded players are stepping up and sparking a new run.Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers are adapting to life without stars, and reigniting their season as a resultThe Sixers hadn't won three straight games since opening the season 4-0. Now, their less-heralded players are stepping up and sparking a new run.Keith Pompey Dec. 7, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey Dec. 5, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George’s best game, Joel Embiid’s availability, and more from loss to the HawksGeorge finished with 35 points while making 7 of 10 three-pointers against Atlanta, but the Sixers' inconsistent defense and late-game scoring struggles doomed them in a 120-117 loss.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George’s best game, Joel Embiid’s availability, and more from loss to the HawksGeorge finished with 35 points while making 7 of 10 three-pointers against Atlanta, but the Sixers' inconsistent defense and late-game scoring struggles doomed them in a 120-117 loss.Keith Pompey Dec. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George shows signs of being the versatile difference-maker the Sixers expected last seasonWhile George has missed 56 games since the start of last season due to injuries, the 35-year-old is starting to make positive contributions and taking some of the load off Tyrese Maxey.Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George shows signs of being the versatile difference-maker the Sixers expected last seasonWhile George has missed 56 games since the start of last season due to injuries, the 35-year-old is starting to make positive contributions and taking some of the load off Tyrese Maxey.Keith Pompey Dec. 14, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers are injured at key spots. They still see reason to be optimistic about their East chances.They’re in sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings and less than two games out of third place heading into Thursday night’s games.Keith Pompey Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers are injured at key spots. They still see reason to be optimistic about their East chances.They’re in sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings and less than two games out of third place heading into Thursday night’s games.Keith Pompey Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers vs. Lakers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey’s lack of respect, Joel Embiid’s struggles, and more from loss to LakersTyrese Maxey received a technical foul after arguing with an official, but is he justified in his frustration?Keith Pompey Dec. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers vs. Lakers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey’s lack of respect, Joel Embiid’s struggles, and more from loss to LakersTyrese Maxey received a technical foul after arguing with an official, but is he justified in his frustration?Keith Pompey Dec. 8, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George steps up, Tyrese Maxey gets defensive, and more in victory over BucksWhile Maxey stepped in to provide solid defense, George hit several clutch shots en route to finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Keith Pompey Dec. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Paul George steps up, Tyrese Maxey gets defensive, and more in victory over BucksWhile Maxey stepped in to provide solid defense, George hit several clutch shots en route to finishing with 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Keith Pompey Dec. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard