Tyrese MaxeySixers takeaways: Big Three’s impact, Kyle Lowry’s ovation, and more in a win over the RaptorsTyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George got the Sixers off to a fast start and were a big reason why they scored 80 first-half points. VJ Edgecombe also showed off his versatility and shotmaking.Keith Pompey Sixers ride 80-point first half, Tyrese Maxey’s 33 points to beat the Raptors 115-102Ian Harrison, Associated Press Sixers takeaways: Inability to close out games and stop dribble drives are glaring in loss to RaptorsKeith Pompey Don’t look now but the Sixers have turned a dire situation into a hopeful one behind their new Big FourKeith Pompey Sixers takeaways: Paul George keeps taking over, Kelly Oubre Jr.’s energy outweighs shooting woes, and more in win over MagicKeith Pompey AdvertisementSixers’ Tyrese Maxey drops to third in East in All-Star voting; Joel Embiid remains 17thMaxey was supplanted by Knicks point guard and former Villanova standout Jalen Brunson.Keith Pompey As Tyrese Maxey ascends, his shotmaking in ‘clutch’ scenarios is still a work in progress Maxey missed shots at the end of regulation and overtime of the Sixers' 125-124 loss to the depleted Nuggets. Gina Mizell Sixers takeaways: Inexcusable effort, costly turnovers, and more from an overtime loss to the NuggetsDespite Denver being down several starters, including Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal Murray, the Sixers took the Nuggets lightly and suffered a bad loss because of it.Keith Pompey Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey is Eastern Conference player of the week for second time this seasonThis marks the second time in Maxey’s career that he was player of the week. The first time was on Oct. 30 after the first week of the season.Keith Pompey The Sixers’ success is dependent on Joel Embiid’s ability to make others betterWhile Embiid can be a prolific scorer, the Sixers best chances of winning comes from the involvement of their less heralded players. It's up to Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to get them opportunities.Keith Pompey Sixers takeaways: Legitimate contenders, VJ Edgecombe is the gift that keeps giving, and more from victory over KnicksSaturday’s victory marked the second time in as many meetings that they’ve defeated the second-place Knicks (23-12) this season. Keith Pompey Kelly Oubre is anxious to return to the Sixers lineup. It won’t be long now. Oubre has been out nearly 20 games, but he could return as soon as Saturday against the Knicks in New York.Keith Pompey VJ Edgecombe’s short career is full of milestones. The Sixers think there are more to come. “A game-winner for a rookie is pretty good,” coach Nick Nurse said. “He’s made some big shots and big plays this season. He’s kind of even-keeled all the time."Keith Pompey Sixers takeaways: Edgecombe steals the show, staggering Embiid and Maxey, and more from OT win vs. GrizzliesTyrese Maxey and Ja Morant were the headliners, but Edgecombe came up big, scoring 13 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and hitting the game-winner in overtime.Keith Pompey Jared McCain has physically healed. But he’s not rushing the on-court results.“When I was doing my meditation this morning that came in my mind about not judging myself off my results,” the second-year Sixers guard said.Keith Pompey Sixers mailbag: Are the Sixers better on defense without Joel Embiid?And can the big man and his outsized contract be moved if things continue to go south in Philly? The Inquirer answers that question and more.Keith Pompey Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey among leaders in All-Star fan voting; two key players participate in practiceMaxey was second in the Eastern Conference and fourth overall in the initial fan voting for the All-Star Game. Kelly Oubre and Trendon Watford were back at practice but will miss Tuesday's game.Keith Pompey Sixers takeaways: Third-quarter blues persist, costly turnovers and more in loss to the ThunderThe Sixers were outscored 38-24 in the third quarter and 14 of their 23 turnovers came in the second half of a blowout loss in Oklahoma City.Keith Pompey Rookie VJ Edgecombe knows he can score. He still defers to the Sixers’ Big Three."We have three prolific scorers," Edgecombe says. "I don’t have to score the ball. I have to pick my times, but I must stay aggressive also." Keith Pompey Why are the Sixers winless with their Big Three? A lack of rhythm.The Sixers are 0-4 when Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey all suit up. Next up? A visit to the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder.Keith Pompey See more storiesAdvertisement
Sixers takeaways: Big Three’s impact, Kyle Lowry’s ovation, and more in a win over the RaptorsTyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George got the Sixers off to a fast start and were a big reason why they scored 80 first-half points. VJ Edgecombe also showed off his versatility and shotmaking.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Big Three’s impact, Kyle Lowry’s ovation, and more in a win over the RaptorsTyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George got the Sixers off to a fast start and were a big reason why they scored 80 first-half points. VJ Edgecombe also showed off his versatility and shotmaking.Keith Pompey
Sixers ride 80-point first half, Tyrese Maxey’s 33 points to beat the Raptors 115-102Ian Harrison, Associated Press
Sixers ride 80-point first half, Tyrese Maxey’s 33 points to beat the Raptors 115-102Ian Harrison, Associated Press
Sixers takeaways: Inability to close out games and stop dribble drives are glaring in loss to RaptorsKeith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Inability to close out games and stop dribble drives are glaring in loss to RaptorsKeith Pompey
Don’t look now but the Sixers have turned a dire situation into a hopeful one behind their new Big FourKeith Pompey
Don’t look now but the Sixers have turned a dire situation into a hopeful one behind their new Big FourKeith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Paul George keeps taking over, Kelly Oubre Jr.’s energy outweighs shooting woes, and more in win over MagicKeith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Paul George keeps taking over, Kelly Oubre Jr.’s energy outweighs shooting woes, and more in win over MagicKeith Pompey
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey drops to third in East in All-Star voting; Joel Embiid remains 17thMaxey was supplanted by Knicks point guard and former Villanova standout Jalen Brunson.Keith Pompey
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey drops to third in East in All-Star voting; Joel Embiid remains 17thMaxey was supplanted by Knicks point guard and former Villanova standout Jalen Brunson.Keith Pompey
As Tyrese Maxey ascends, his shotmaking in ‘clutch’ scenarios is still a work in progress Maxey missed shots at the end of regulation and overtime of the Sixers' 125-124 loss to the depleted Nuggets. Gina Mizell
As Tyrese Maxey ascends, his shotmaking in ‘clutch’ scenarios is still a work in progress Maxey missed shots at the end of regulation and overtime of the Sixers' 125-124 loss to the depleted Nuggets. Gina Mizell
Sixers takeaways: Inexcusable effort, costly turnovers, and more from an overtime loss to the NuggetsDespite Denver being down several starters, including Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal Murray, the Sixers took the Nuggets lightly and suffered a bad loss because of it.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Inexcusable effort, costly turnovers, and more from an overtime loss to the NuggetsDespite Denver being down several starters, including Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon, and Jamal Murray, the Sixers took the Nuggets lightly and suffered a bad loss because of it.Keith Pompey
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey is Eastern Conference player of the week for second time this seasonThis marks the second time in Maxey’s career that he was player of the week. The first time was on Oct. 30 after the first week of the season.Keith Pompey
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey is Eastern Conference player of the week for second time this seasonThis marks the second time in Maxey’s career that he was player of the week. The first time was on Oct. 30 after the first week of the season.Keith Pompey
The Sixers’ success is dependent on Joel Embiid’s ability to make others betterWhile Embiid can be a prolific scorer, the Sixers best chances of winning comes from the involvement of their less heralded players. It's up to Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to get them opportunities.Keith Pompey
The Sixers’ success is dependent on Joel Embiid’s ability to make others betterWhile Embiid can be a prolific scorer, the Sixers best chances of winning comes from the involvement of their less heralded players. It's up to Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to get them opportunities.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Legitimate contenders, VJ Edgecombe is the gift that keeps giving, and more from victory over KnicksSaturday’s victory marked the second time in as many meetings that they’ve defeated the second-place Knicks (23-12) this season. Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Legitimate contenders, VJ Edgecombe is the gift that keeps giving, and more from victory over KnicksSaturday’s victory marked the second time in as many meetings that they’ve defeated the second-place Knicks (23-12) this season. Keith Pompey
Kelly Oubre is anxious to return to the Sixers lineup. It won’t be long now. Oubre has been out nearly 20 games, but he could return as soon as Saturday against the Knicks in New York.Keith Pompey
Kelly Oubre is anxious to return to the Sixers lineup. It won’t be long now. Oubre has been out nearly 20 games, but he could return as soon as Saturday against the Knicks in New York.Keith Pompey
VJ Edgecombe’s short career is full of milestones. The Sixers think there are more to come. “A game-winner for a rookie is pretty good,” coach Nick Nurse said. “He’s made some big shots and big plays this season. He’s kind of even-keeled all the time."Keith Pompey
VJ Edgecombe’s short career is full of milestones. The Sixers think there are more to come. “A game-winner for a rookie is pretty good,” coach Nick Nurse said. “He’s made some big shots and big plays this season. He’s kind of even-keeled all the time."Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Edgecombe steals the show, staggering Embiid and Maxey, and more from OT win vs. GrizzliesTyrese Maxey and Ja Morant were the headliners, but Edgecombe came up big, scoring 13 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and hitting the game-winner in overtime.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Edgecombe steals the show, staggering Embiid and Maxey, and more from OT win vs. GrizzliesTyrese Maxey and Ja Morant were the headliners, but Edgecombe came up big, scoring 13 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and hitting the game-winner in overtime.Keith Pompey
Jared McCain has physically healed. But he’s not rushing the on-court results.“When I was doing my meditation this morning that came in my mind about not judging myself off my results,” the second-year Sixers guard said.Keith Pompey
Jared McCain has physically healed. But he’s not rushing the on-court results.“When I was doing my meditation this morning that came in my mind about not judging myself off my results,” the second-year Sixers guard said.Keith Pompey
Sixers mailbag: Are the Sixers better on defense without Joel Embiid?And can the big man and his outsized contract be moved if things continue to go south in Philly? The Inquirer answers that question and more.Keith Pompey
Sixers mailbag: Are the Sixers better on defense without Joel Embiid?And can the big man and his outsized contract be moved if things continue to go south in Philly? The Inquirer answers that question and more.Keith Pompey
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey among leaders in All-Star fan voting; two key players participate in practiceMaxey was second in the Eastern Conference and fourth overall in the initial fan voting for the All-Star Game. Kelly Oubre and Trendon Watford were back at practice but will miss Tuesday's game.Keith Pompey
Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey among leaders in All-Star fan voting; two key players participate in practiceMaxey was second in the Eastern Conference and fourth overall in the initial fan voting for the All-Star Game. Kelly Oubre and Trendon Watford were back at practice but will miss Tuesday's game.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Third-quarter blues persist, costly turnovers and more in loss to the ThunderThe Sixers were outscored 38-24 in the third quarter and 14 of their 23 turnovers came in the second half of a blowout loss in Oklahoma City.Keith Pompey
Sixers takeaways: Third-quarter blues persist, costly turnovers and more in loss to the ThunderThe Sixers were outscored 38-24 in the third quarter and 14 of their 23 turnovers came in the second half of a blowout loss in Oklahoma City.Keith Pompey
Rookie VJ Edgecombe knows he can score. He still defers to the Sixers’ Big Three."We have three prolific scorers," Edgecombe says. "I don’t have to score the ball. I have to pick my times, but I must stay aggressive also." Keith Pompey
Rookie VJ Edgecombe knows he can score. He still defers to the Sixers’ Big Three."We have three prolific scorers," Edgecombe says. "I don’t have to score the ball. I have to pick my times, but I must stay aggressive also." Keith Pompey
Why are the Sixers winless with their Big Three? A lack of rhythm.The Sixers are 0-4 when Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey all suit up. Next up? A visit to the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder.Keith Pompey
Why are the Sixers winless with their Big Three? A lack of rhythm.The Sixers are 0-4 when Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey all suit up. Next up? A visit to the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder.Keith Pompey
