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Sixers’ rookie Jared McCain explains his unwavering positivity Sixers' rookie Jared McCain discussed how he's able to maintain his unwavering sense of positivity despite all the trials he faced this season.

On the day that he should have been named rookie of the year, I wrote about Sixers rookie Jared McCain, who, despite the trials he faced in his rookie season, continues to embrace fate with an unwavering sense of positivity.
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Sixers fail upwards in 105-118 loss to Raptors Despite losing the game, the Sixers won the tank battle, failing upward ever closer to a top draft pick this summer.

The Sixers failed upward Wednesday night in a critical tanking matchup against the Raptors.
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Report: Sixers, Embiid to consider ‘alternative options’ about knee After continuing to see little to no improvement from their current treatment strategy, the Sixers and Joel Embiid will once again consult doctors and will

The Sixers and Joel Embiid are 'considering alternative options' regarding his knee condition. However, the solution is not as simple as just having another surgery.
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The Philadelphia Arena: The 76ers’ former home With the recent approval of 76 Place now's a good time to revisit one of the team's former home, the Philadelphia Arena.

On Thursday, Philadelphia's City Council approved the $1.3 billion proposal for a controversial 76ers arena in Center City. By the time construction begins in 2030, it will have been 120 years since the opening of another venue, the Philadelphia Arena.
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Joel Embiid (right sinus fracture) participated in team practice the last two days the Sixers said. He will be re-evaluated tomorrow and is listed as QUESTIONABLE for Friday night’s game vs. Charlotte.

City Council passes 76ers arena legislation, activists leave in handcuffs – Metro Philadelphia The 76ers’ effort to build a Center City arena cleared a major hurdle Thursday, as City Council passed legislation approving the controversial $1.3 billion

Philadelphia's City Council voted to pass multiple bills, clearing the way for the Philadelphia 76ers' controversial build of a new arena in Center City while anti-arena demonstrators were forced to leave in handcuffs.
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City Council passes 76ers arena legislation, activists leave in handcuffs – Metro Philadelphia The 76ers’ effort to build a Center City arena cleared a major hurdle Thursday, as City Council passed legislation approving the controversial $1.3 billion

Philadelphia's City Council voted to pass multiple bills, clearing the way for the Philadelphia 76ers' controversial build of a new arena in Center City while anti-arena demonstrators were forced to leave in handcuffs.
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Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Philly – Metro Philadelphia Looking to celebrate New Year's Eve in Philly? Whether you're looking for a pre-fixe dinner, a spirited party, or even a family event, we've got you covered.

Looking to celebrate New Year's Eve in Philly? Whether you're looking for a pre-fixe dinner, a spirited party, or even a family event, we've got you covered.

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend – Metro Philadelphia Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We've got you covered.

Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
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Police are arresting Anti-Arena protestors in City Council chambers. The protesters were participating in a sit-in ahead of Council's expected final vote on the proposed 76ers arena bills.

Eagles legends deliver with ‘Operation Snowball’ Eagles greats Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Connor Barwin realized their vision, providing gifts to the kids of Philadelphia.

'Operation Snowball' delivered, providing every child in the Philadelphia school district with a gift this holiday season.

This seemingly impossible act was accomplished thanks to The Philly Specials and immense help from the Philadelphia community.

Eagles legends deliver with ‘Operation Snowball’ Eagles greats Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Connor Barwin realized their vision, providing gifts to the kids of Philadelphia.

One of the greatest pleasures of my life has been covering 'Operation Snowball.'

Something that seemed impossible was accomplished thanks to The Philly Specials and with an immense amount of help from the Philadelphia community.

Eagles legends deliver with ‘Operation Snowball’ Eagles greats Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Connor Barwin realized their vision, providing gifts to the kids of Philadelphia.

'Operation Snowball' delivered, providing every child in the Philadelphia school district with a gift this holiday season.

This seemingly impossible act was accomplished thanks to The Philly Specials and immense help from the Philadelphia community.

Second arrest, third suspect sought in Dilworth Park triple shooting – Metro Philadelphia A second teenager has been arrested – and another is now considered a fugitive – in connection with last week’s triple shooting outside the ice rink in

Philadelphia police have arrested a second teenager in connection with last week’s triple shooting outside the ice rink in Dilworth Park.
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First arrest made in fatal 2023 shooting of Simon Gratz student – Metro Philadelphia Police have made an arrest in the 2023 killing of a 15-year-old boy who was walking to Mastery Charter’s Simon Gratz High School in North Philadelphia.

The first arrest has been made in the 2023 killing of 15-year-old Devin Weedon.

76ers arena bills set to be decided on by City Council City Council is poised to hold a final vote Thursday on legislation approving the 76ers’ plan to build a $1.3 billion Center City arena, despite fierce

City Council is set to hold a final vote Thursday on legislation approving the 76ers’ controversial plans to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
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Pete Davidson has been riding around in the Philly Specials’ astrovan all day.

After we met I hit him with a Go Birds as we parted. He responded:

“Yessir!”

Nick Nurse said that Jared McCain "said he was okay." Nurse called him "[a] really tough dude."

"Hopefully, he'll be okay in the morning when he wakes up tomorrow."

Joel Embiid is still being tested per Nick Nurse.

City Council approves 76ers arena legislation, $60M CBA in preliminary vote – Metro Philadelphia City Council granted preliminary approval Thursday to legislation authorizing the 76ers’ controversial plan to build a $1.3 billion arena along Market Street

City Council granted preliminary approval Thursday to legislation authorizing the 76ers’ controversial plan to build a $1.3 billion arena along Market Street in Center City to move forward.

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Tyrese Maxey hosts third annual Holiday Turkey Giveaway – Metro Philadelphia Ahead of the holiday season, Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey welcomed local families to his third annual Holiday Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23.

Alongside family, friends, and volunteers, Sixers' star Tyrese Maxey provided over 2,000 turkeys and much more for Philadelphia families during his third annual Holiday Turkey Drive.

Sixers’ Jared McCain sees massive boost in 2k rating As he continues his stellar rookie campaign, Sixers first year guard Jared McCain continues to reap the benefits of his hard work. Having recently being

Jared McCain was rewarded with a double-digit boost on his 2k rating following a stellar start to the season.

Sixers’ Jared McCain sees massive boost in 2k rating As he continues his stellar rookie campaign, Sixers first year guard Jared McCain continues to reap the benefits of his hard work. Having recently being

Jared McCain was rewarded with a double-digit boost on his 2k rating following a stellar start to the season.

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Discover the Very Best of Philadelphia - Metro Philly's Best The Metro Philly's Best program gives you the power to choose the best businesses in Philadelphia.

You nominated them, voted for them, and now the winners of Metro Philly's Best 2024 have been announced!

Congratulations to all of the winners!

Sixers’ Lester Quinones discusses Maxey, Splash Brothers, and waiting for his opportunity Ahead of the start of the Sixers' season, Quinones sat down with PSN to discuss his arrival in Philly, playing alongside Maxey and Curry, and more.

Happy Birthday to the Sixers’ Lester Quinones.

Lester spoke to PSN earlier this season about his arrival in Philadelphia, his early impressions of Tyrese Maxey, learning from the Splash Brothers, and more.

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Sixers blown out yet again after giving up 19-point lead Despite looking competitive during the first 15 minutes of the game, the Sixers would go on to get simply demolished by the Miami Heat.

The Philadelphia 76ers are n̶o̶t̶ ̶g̶o̶o̶d̶,̶ ̶b̶a̶d̶,̶ ̶t̶e̶r̶r̶i̶b̶l̶e̶, abysmal to start this NBA season.

Hopefully the team meeting held after this latest can turn things around.

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Sixers blown out yet again after giving up 19-point lead Despite looking competitive during the first 15 minutes of the game, the Sixers would go on to get simply demolished by the Miami Heat.

The Philadelphia 76ers are n̶o̶t̶ ̶g̶o̶o̶d̶,̶ ̶b̶a̶d̶,̶ ̶t̶e̶r̶r̶i̶b̶l̶e̶, abysmal to start this NBA season.

Hopefully the team meeting held after this latest can turn things around.

Report: Tyrese Maxey ‘challenged’ Embiid in Sixers postgame meeting According to Shams Charania, Sixers' star Tyrese Maxey "challenged" Joel Embiid during a team meeting following the team's loss in Miami.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Sixers' guard Tyrese Maxey "challenged" his co-star Joel Embiid "about being late ‘for everything' and how it impacts the locker room."

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