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Philadelphia 76ers

Source: Sixers Interested in Melvin Hunt

June 11, 2013

The 76ers are considering talking to Denver assistant Melvin Hunt about their coaching job, but they might have to fend off the Nuggets. Denver is believed to be interested in promoting Hunt to replace... »Read More

Report: Sixers Hiring Coach After Draft

June 8, 2013

According to two sources with knowledge of the 76ers’ search for a coach, Sam Hinkie, president of basketball operations and general manager, probably won’t name a coach until after the June 27 draft. One... »Read More

Julius Erving: Bynum is ‘damaged goods’

June 6, 2013

Julius Erving said the Los Angeles Lakers traded the Philadelphia 76ers “damaged goods” in Andrew Bynum, called analytics “turning basketball into rocket science” and predicted the San Antonio Spurs would defeat the Miami Heat... »Read More

Source: Sixers, Nets Contact Larry Brown

June 5, 2013

The Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers have both “contacted” SMU coach Larry Brown about their coaching openings, a source close to Brown told SNY.tv. The source said a third team, possibly the Los... »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Head Coach Candidates Dwindling

June 1, 2013

Indiana Pacers assistant Brian Shaw is one of the last truly desirable head coaching candidates left for four teams with vacancies... Which teams have made the best head coaching hires so far?... Update on... »Read More

Sixers Haven’t Interviewed Candidates?

May 29, 2013

Coaches in whom the Sixers were believed to be interested have been hired in Cleveland (Mike Brown), Atlanta (Mike Budenholzer), and Phoenix (Jeff Hornacek). Sixers associate head coach Michael Curry, who has been endorsed... »Read More

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NBA AM: Latest On The Coaching Carousel – East

May 23, 2013

There are six head coaching vacancies available in Eastern Conference. We take a look where each one stands in the process »Read More

Multiple Teams Eyeing Sampson, Snyder?

May 20, 2013

Onetime Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson, fired a little more than five years ago, is in the mix for four of the six NBA head coaching openings. Sampson, 57, has interviewed for the vacant... »Read More

Exec: Sixers Coach Search Not a Priority

May 20, 2013

And what of the (Sixers) head-coaching position? The hot names that are out there have been said over and over and over again – from Mike Malone to Fred Hoiberg to Kelvin Sampson to... »Read More

Sixers to Follow Houston Rockets System?

May 20, 2013

Sam Hinkie’s tenure in Houston was never about Sam Hinkie, he’ll tell you. It was really about the system. Now that Hinkie has become the new general manager and president of basketball operations for... »Read More

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NBA PM: The Andrew Bynum Dilemma

May 17, 2013

Sixers caught between a rock and a hard place with Andrew Bynum? ... Celtics keeping Rivers, trading Paul Pierce? »Read More

Celtics’ Zarren Rejected Sixers GM Offer?

May 17, 2013

Celtic assistant general manager and team counsel Mike Zarren turned down an offer to become the GM of the 76ers, two league sources told the Herald today. The job eventually went to Sam Hinkie.... »Read More

Sixers Cleared to Speak to Kelvin Sampson

May 16, 2013

The 76ers have received permission to interview Houston assistant Kelvin Sampson. However, if they are going to talk to him they had better do it quickly as Sampson has already drawn a lot of... »Read More

Bynum Just Another Free Agent to Sixers

May 15, 2013

(Sixers general manager Sam) Hinkie was asked about (Andrew) Bynum and whether the trade is officially over as far as the organization is concerned. The question had an obvious undertone: Is the franchise finished... »Read More

Hinkie Replaces DiLeo as GM In Philadelphia

May 10, 2013

Sam Hinkie will replace Tony DiLeo with Philadelphia. With president Rod Thorn’s pending retirement, Hinkie will be top basketball decision maker. via Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports »Read More

Jrue Holiday: Sixers Should Promote Curry

May 9, 2013

If the 76ers were to heed the advice of their all-star point guard, they would call off the search for the team’s next coach and promote from within. As the 76ers ramp up the... »Read More

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NBA AM: The Offseason’s Most Dangerous Team?

May 8, 2013

One team could be a sleeper to land the most talented free agents in the summer of 2013 ... Mike Conley a top-five NBA point guard? »Read More

Quin Snyder Captures Sixers Interest?

May 8, 2013

There are rumblings the Sixers might also be interested in Quin Snyder, who coached on Doug Collins’ staff with the Sixers in 2010-11, with the Lakers the following season and CSKA Moscow in Russia... »Read More

Sixers Start Coach Interviews Next Week?

May 8, 2013

The 76ers aren’t expected to interview coaching candidates Mike Malone, the Warriors’ top assistant, or Jazz assistant Jeff Hornacek, among others, until next week at the earliest, according to an NBA source. Pacers assistant... »Read More

76ers Like Budenholzer or Malone as Coach?

May 6, 2013

It’s too early to identify a front-runner in the Philadelphia 76ers’ search for a new head coach, but the team has conducted a thorough background check on Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Malone, league... »Read More

Report: Sixers to Interview Hornacek, Malone

May 2, 2013

The Philadelphia 76ers have received permission to interview Golden State Warriors assistant Mike Malone and Utah Jazz assistant Jeff Hornacek for the franchise’s head-coaching vacancy, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. The Sixers are considering... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition

April 29, 2013

Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More

76ers Contact Brian Shaw for Coaching Job

April 28, 2013

The Sixers want the “right man,” according to owner Joshua Harris, to become the 24th head coach in franchise history, succeeding Doug Collins who was at the helm for the previous three seasons. But... »Read More

Larry Drew Interested in Coaching 76ers?

April 28, 2013

If the Atlanta Hawks part ways with Head Coach Larry Drew when the Hawks are bumped from the NBA playoffs, Drew would be interested in coaching the 76ers, a source with knowledge of the... »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Jabari Parker Ready for Duke

April 27, 2013

Top recruit Jabari Parker talks Duke and the NBA... Does Toronto have a shot at Phil Jackson?... Who are the other top coaching candidates for this offseason's imminent coaching carousel? »Read More

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NBA Head Coach Hiring Season Is Open

April 24, 2013

Cavaliers, Pistons, 76ers and Bobcats need new head coaches. NBA hiring and firing season is now in full swing. »Read More

Evan Turner Feels Secure with Sixers

April 20, 2013

So far, the 76er hasn’t had the impact expected as the second overall pick in the 2010 NBA draft. Despite that, Turner said that he’ll be a Sixer next season even though his name... »Read More

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NBA PM: Top Five Players Missing From PlayoffsNBA PM: Top Five Players Missing From Playoffs

April 19, 2013

The top five players we'll miss in the NBA playoffs ... Why Anthony Davis was the right #1 pick ... Mike Brown returning to Cleveland? »Read More

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NBA AM: Frustrating Season in PhiladelphiaNBA AM: Frustrating Season in Philadelphia

April 19, 2013

The Sixers struggled through a forgettable and frustrating campaign. This will be a big summer to get things back on track for 2014 »Read More

Report: Sixers to Interview Michael Curry

April 19, 2013

With the resignation of Doug Collins as Philadelphia 76ers head coach, associate Michael Curry will interview for the franchise’s vacancy while eyeing job openings around the NBA, Curry told RealGM on Thursday afternoon. Curry... »Read More

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NBA Coaches, Executives On The Way Out

April 18, 2013

Now that the regular season has ended, which coaches and executives may be on the way out? »Read More

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Doug Collins Resigns as 76ers Head Coach

April 18, 2013

Doug Collins has resigned as the Philadelphia 76ers’ head coach. He was 110-120 in three seasons with the 76ers. He'll remain with the organization as an adviser. »Read More

Doug Collins Resigns as 76ers Coach

April 18, 2013

76ers owner Josh Harris confirmed Thursday that coach Doug Collins has resigned and will serve as a consultant to the team. via John N. Mitchell of the Philadelphia Inquirer. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week 24

April 15, 2013

Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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Sixers Players Want Doug Collins Back

April 15, 2013

The word is Sixers head coach Doug Collins may resign at season’s end, but his players want him back in 2014 running the show.  »Read More

Collins had big say in 76ers offseason moves

April 15, 2013

For the past week or so there has been rampant speculation that the Sixers might want Collins out, and according to Yahoo!’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Collins informed 76ers’ controlling owner Josh Harris that he would... »Read More

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NBA AM: The Celtics The Dark Horse In The East?NBA AM: The Celtics The Dark Horse In The East?

April 15, 2013

Can anyone give the Miami HEAT a game in the playoffs? Boston thinks they can... Gator guard Kenny Boynton hopes to make an impression during the NBA Draft process... Is Doug Collins out in... »Read More

Source: Sixers’ Doug Collins to Resign

April 15, 2013

Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Doug Collins has informed ownership that he will resign at season’s end, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Collins, 62, has one year left on a four-year deal, but has told... »Read More

Byron Scott: ‘Coaches Are Hired to Be Fired’

April 14, 2013

Longtime friends Byron Scott and Doug Collins found themselves in similar situations heading into Sunday’s game at Wells Fargo Center. As the coaches of the Cavaliers and Sixers, respectively, each is facing an uncertain... »Read More

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Grading the NBA Coaches: The East

April 13, 2013

Frank Vogel, Tom Thibodeau, Erik Spoelstra and Mike Woodson all had successful seasons on the bench, all things considered. But what grades did they earn from HOOPSWORLD? »Read More

Agent: Collins, Sixers Relationship ‘Terrific’

April 12, 2013

In the wake of a published report saying the organization privately hopes Doug Collins doesn’t return next season as 76ers coach, his agent claims it will be Collins’ call. “The relationship with Doug, me... »Read More

Sixers Hope Doug Collins Won’t Return?

April 11, 2013

According to multiple league sources, the 76ers organization privately hopes that coach Doug Collins decides not to return for the 2013-14 season and, regardless of his decision, it does not intend to extend his... »Read More

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NBA AM: Free Agent Market For Nick YoungNBA AM: Free Agent Market For Nick Young

April 10, 2013

Nick Young joins a talented free agency class of guards this summer. The veteran is hoping to finally land a long-term deal. »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 23

April 8, 2013

Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . .  »Read More

Bynum Not Opposed to Returning to Sixers?

April 4, 2013

The agent for Andrew Bynum says that the player has not ruled out signing a contract with the 76ers once free agency begins July 1. “I don’t see why not,” Bynum’s agent, David Lee,... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 22

April 1, 2013

After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More

Report: 76ers Sign Jrue Holiday’s Brother

April 1, 2013

Justin Holiday, Jrue’s older brother, has signed a contract with the 76ers for the remainder of the season and will be at the team’s practice Monday at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. The... »Read More

Will Bynum Give Sixers Special Consideration?

April 1, 2013

While it would be wonderful if (Andrew) Bynum – an unrestricted free agent – gave the Sixers special consideration in light of all that they lost in trading for him and the agonizing wait... »Read More

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Fantasy Focus: Looking To 2013-14

March 30, 2013

As fantasy basketball leagues are nearing the end, the diehards are already looking ahead. Whose names should be circled for the 2013-14 season?  »Read More

Iverson Returns to Philadelphia for Tribute

March 29, 2013

Allen Iverson is making a return to Philadelphia. Iverson has accepted the Philadelphia 76ers’ invitation to return for his bobblehead night Saturday and will present the game ball before they play the Charlotte Bobcats.... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 21

March 25, 2013

The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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NBA AM: Free Agency Stock On The Decline

March 22, 2013

Which NBA players have seen their stock decline the most heading into free agency? Let’s take a look … »Read More

Iguodala: No Regrets on Trade to Denver

March 22, 2013

Seven months removed from the trade that sent him to Denver, Andre Iguodala still has nothing but good things to say about his former 76ers teammates. “I try to look forward,” said Iguodala, who... »Read More

Sixers’ Andrew Bynum to Begin Rehab Friday

March 21, 2013

One-time All-Star center Andrew Bynum had arthroscopic knee surgeries Tuesday to remove debris from both joints and will begin physical therapy Friday, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 7-foot, 300-pounder, who did not appear in... »Read More

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NBA AM: Can’t Fault Philly For Bynum Gamble

March 20, 2013

Philadelphia took a risk on Andrew Bynum, but after years of being stuck in the middle of the pack, you can’t really blame them.  »Read More

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NBA AM: Andrew Bynum Is Done, What’s Next?

March 19, 2013

76ers big man Andrew Bynum is done for the season, so what lies ahead for Bynum and is there a free agent market for him?... Wiggins and Parker Got Next... The Evolution of Dwight... »Read More

Teams Still Willing to Offer Bynum Max Deal?

March 19, 2013

The big question: Will Andrew Bynum get max money? Several executives told me it wouldn’t surprise them if “a desperate team” offers max. via Alex Kennedy via Twitter »Read More

76ers’ Bynum Has Surgery; Done for the Year

March 18, 2013

Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum will have season-ending arthroscopic surgery on both knees the team announced Tuesday. “After many months of rehabilitation and consulting with numerous doctors, Andrew and the doctors treating him determined... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 20

March 18, 2013

The Denver Nuggets are the hottest team in the NBA, climbing to four in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 20. »Read More

76ers’ Young Wanted Around the League?

March 16, 2013

Unfortunately for the Philadelphia 76ers, one of the names that is going to be bandied about when the never-ending trade rumors start to fly this summer is going to be that of 24-year-old forward... »Read More

Thorn: Andrew Bynum Situation ‘Bizarre’

March 14, 2013

(Former general manager and current team consultant Rod) Thorn was asked how far it would set the organization back if (Andrew) Bynum, on the final year of his contract, wasn’t back here next season.... »Read More

Report: Bynum Still Visiting Doctors

March 12, 2013

Andrew Bynum is still visiting doctors and considering how to best attempt to resolve his knee troubles, according to a Philadelphia 76ers team spokesperson, who said there was no official update on the one-time... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 19

March 11, 2013

The Miami HEAT continue to dominate. The LA Lakers step into the West's top eight & 15 overall in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 19 »Read More

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Ranking the 2012-13 NBA Point Guards

March 11, 2013

Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook have been among the best point guards in the league this year, but neither cracks the top two of this list. »Read More

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The Obtainable 2013 NBA Free Agents

March 9, 2013

Chris Paul is more likely than not to return to the L.A. Clippers this summer. Which big-name free agents are actually attainable? »Read More

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