Sixers Beat: a Philadelphia 76ers, NBA Podcast

ESPN college basketball analyst Seth Greenberg joins the PHLY Sixers show to discuss 2025 NBA Draft prospects, including Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, Dylan Harper & more. He reveals who he would take at No. 3 for Philadelphia and weighs in on Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain's future.

From VJ Edgecombe to Ace Bailey and Khaman Maluach, there are a lot of players with hard working reputations in the 2025 NBA Draft class. Are any players particularly ahead of the curve, and could it sway the Sixers' pick at No. 3?

Daryl Morey has never had a pick as high as the Sixers do in 2025. Do his selections for the Houston Rockets tell us anything about how he'll reload around Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George?

Kon Knueppel was ultra productive at Duke alongside Cooper Flagg and played himself into top-five conversations around the NBA. Is it possible the Sixers and Daryl Morey would be best off drafting the sharpshooter to play with Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, Joel Embiid and others?

Tyrese Haliburton just had one of the best performances in the history of the NBA playoffs, giving Sixers fans a chance to revisit a potential Ben Simmons trade that was floated in 2022. Did Daryl Morey choose James Harden over him or was Haliburton never truly on the table for Philly?

Once the Sixers add a 2025 NBA Draft prospect to the young backcourt of Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain, how will they stack up next to teams like the Pacers and Thunder? Can Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, or other players give them a huge boost?

As the Sixers choose between the likes of Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel and others, Daryl Morey has to choose between immediate impact and long-term upside. These 2025 NBA Draft prospects are most ready to step into a role for Philadelphia as rookies.

Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain are viewed by many as the backcourt of the future for the Sixers, which complicates matters for their No. 3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. How much should they care about fitting Ace Bailey or VJ Edgecombe with those two, and is Maxey falling behind peers like Tyrese Haliburton, Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, and others?

From Tahaad Pettiford to Noah Penda and Yaxel Lendeborg, there are a lot of talented players who could be available to the Sixers at pick No. 35 in the 2025 NBA Draft. Which second-round gems could make an impact immediately on a team dying for young talent?  

Will it be Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel, or someone else with the No. 3 pick for the Sixers? A 2025 NBA mock draft for all 30 picks in the first round after the lottery order has settled.

ESPN floated Kevin Durant and Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen as potential Sixers trade targets with their No. 3 pick. Could Daryl Morey go star hunting, and does it make more sense than just drafting Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, or another young talent?

The 2025 NBA Draft combine has rumors flying around about what the Sixers may do with the No. 3 pick, including potentially trading it to Brooklyn for Cam Johnson and other draft capital. Discussing trade down logic and why Daryl Morey could opt to look away from Ace Bailey or VJ Edgecombe at No. 3.

Tre Johnson, Khaman Maluach, and Kon Knueppel are a few of the other big names who could be wild card picks with No. 3 overall. Analyzing if Sixers will explore other options or stick with one of Ace Bailey or VJ Edgecombe.

Dylan Harper established himself as the clear No. 2 prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft class, and the Spurs are a weird fit for the Rutgers guard. Breaking down the Sixers' chances to get Harper, potential trades involving the No. 3 pick and/or Jared McCain, and Harper's fit with Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid.

The Sixers ended up with the No. 3 pick after the 2025 NBA Draft lottery concluded. Debating whether Daryl Morey should take Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson, or trade their pick for a veteran.

Watch along during the 2025 NBA Draft lottery as the Sixers hope to secure Cooper Flagg or Dylan Harper to give Daryl Morey a future building block next to Tyrese Maxey.

The Sixers did everything they could to try to secure Cooper Flagg and the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Joel Embiid, Paul George, Tyrese Maxey and more could have their careers changed by the lottery, for better or worse.

Cooper Flagg is the undisputed No. 1 prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft class, but from V.J. Edgecombe to Derik Queen to Tre Johnson, opinions vary for the rest. Breaking down best fits for the Sixers and where we'd take this year's prospects before the lottery is drawn.

Daryl Morey resurfaced to discuss Joel Embiid's future health, the Sixers' roster vision, the role Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes will play moving forward, and much more in recent interviews.

Cooper Flagg is the prize of the 2025 NBA Draft and with some luck, the Sixers hope the ping-pong balls fall their way next Monday night. With a 10.5% chance to land the #1 pick and the right to draft the 18-year-old phenom from Duke, how would Flagg change the present and future for the 76ers? Also, how would the fit be next to Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George?

Texas guard Tre Johnson was a big time shot-maker in college, but because of a few concerns is he the right fit for the Sixers next to Tyrese Maxey and Jared McCain in the backcourt? Plus, new arena naming and reaction to a wild Monday night in the NBA Playoffs.

Sixers fans are dying for Daryl Morey to add an impact young player in the 2025 NBA Draft. What would it take to trade out of the pick, and who would make sense as a target to play with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George?

Between Derik Queen, Khaman Maluach, and Collin Murray-Boyles, the 2025 NBA Draft has a diverse set of bigs in the lottery. Would Daryl Morey draft a big with Joel Embiid's future uncertain?

LeBron James and Luka Doncic are eliminated, Anthony Edwards is on the rise, and the 2025 NBA playoffs have been thrilling so far. What sort of team-building lessons can the Sixers take from how the first round has unfolded?

Ben Simmons' Sixers career ended in inglorious fashion after a meltdown vs. the Atlanta Hawks. But it didn't always seem destined for failure. How and when did it all go wrong for Joel Embiid's first running mate?

The 2025 NBA Draft is less than two weeks away, with the Sixers, Jazz, Wizards and others sweating out lottery position. Who will earn the right to select Cooper Flagg in the mock draft, and who will be left picking from Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey, VJ Edgecombe and others?

Oklahoma guard Jeremiah Fears is the hot name in 2025 NBA Draft prospect circles. Could the Sixers find a way to fit the creative guard, or are they better off with frontcourt prospects like Derik Queen or Khaman Maluach?

The Athletic's anonymous NBA player poll for 2025 has the Philadelphia 76ers voted as one of the league's worst organizations with 5.3% out of 113 votes cast. What should we make of this reputation from the players about the Sixers?

What if Jimmy Butler never left the Sixers in the summer of 2019, keeping him with Joel Embiid? How would things have looked for Embiid, Butler and the organization? Championship?

Kevin Durant, Ja Morant, and Zion Williamson are among the big-name players expected to be in trade rumors this summer. Will the Sixers be involved in any sort of star-hunting moves, or could they send out Paul George in a house-cleaning trade of their own?

Between Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper, and Ace Bailey, there are some big time prospects available to the Sixers in the 2025 NBA Draft. But what's the worst outcome for Philly if they keep (and make) their pick? Plus discussion of Elton Brand potentially moving to the Atlanta Hawks and Jared McCain trade rumors.

The Oklahoma City Thunder, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers are among the favorites to win the 2025 NBA Finals. Are you backing the expected MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, or veterans like LeBron James and Luka Doncic in the 2025 NBA playoffs?

Nick Nurse kept his job despite a lot of scrutiny on his handling of the Sixers this season. With coaches like Taylor Jenkins and Mike Malone losing their jobs, how much pressure is he under to deliver results early next season?

Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George failed as a big three with the Sixers this season. How do their games need to evolve in order to avoid a similar fate next year?

Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse are preparing for changes this offseason, but continuity will likely be the Sixers' theme. As they reshape the roster, who do you want in, and who do you want out?

Daryl Morey shared his vision of the Sixers' future roster during exit interviews on Sunday. Do you trust he can turn the team around with Nick Nurse with Joel Embiid, Paul George, and the other core members in place?

That's a wrap. The disappointing season for the Philadelphia 76ers has finally come to an end after a 118-99 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Sunday afternoon. With their latest defeat, the Sixers finish the season with a 24-58 record and the 5th best odds for the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery next month. The PHLY Sixers postgame show discusses the end of one of the most unexpected seasons in recent memory.

With just eight players available, the shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers gave the visiting Atlanta Hawks all they could handle but fell short in the end, 124-110. The Sixers received plenty of contributions from the guys that suited up with all five starters in double-figures led by Jared Butler's 25 points and a career-high 20 for Marcus Bagley. Colin Castleton added 16 points and eight rebounds off the bench for the 76ers. Trae Young turned it up in the second half with 23 of his game-high 36 over the final two quarters -- Caris LeVert went off for 31 in a reserve role for the Hawks. Philadelphia will host the Chicago Bulls for the season finale on Sunday afternoon.

Behind a career night from Jeff Dowtin Jr, a strong performance by Lonnie Walker IV and a big third quarter from Quentin Grimes, the Philadelphia 76ers snapped their 12 game losing streak with a win over Alex Sarr and the Washington Wizards. It was Philadelphia's first victory since March 16th.With the win the Sixers (24-56) have three more wins than the New Orleans Pelicans (21-58) and two fewer than the Brooklyn Nets (26-53) with two games left to play as the three teams jostle for lottery positioning.

The Denver Nuggets fired head coach Mike Malone just days before the NBA's regular season ends. With the Sixers at the end of their own disappointing season, how will this move shake up the coaching market?

Despite another strong performance from Quentin Grimes, including an electric third quarter to briefly give the Sixers the lead, Philadelphia fell to Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware and the Miami Heat on Monday night. It's the 12th straight loss for the Sixers, who fell to 23-56 on the season, and are now one step closer to locking in one of the five worst records in the league as they look to keep their top-6 protected pick in next month's NBA Draft Lottery.

The Philadelphia 76ers have now lost their 11th game in a row following a hard-fought 114-109 defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wolves superstar Anthony Edwards hit a huge three-pointer, facing a double team and against the shot clock while clinging to a two-point lead with 7 seconds to play, giving the visitors the victory for their 5th straight W. Sixers' guard Quentin Grimes scored 17 of his team-high 28 in the fourth but it wasn't enough to come away with the win for the scrappy 76ers. Edwards led all scorers with 37 points, 18 in the final frame.

A new season-long 10th loss in a row for the Philadelphia 76ers after falling to the Milwaukee Bucks, 126-113. Despite another loss for the Sixers, rookie big man Adem Bona was outstanding finishing with a personal best 28 points. Bona shot 13 of 14 from the floor with six rebounds, three blocks and two steals. Quentin Grimes recorded his 3rd double-double of the season with 24 points and 10 assists. Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo had 34 points, 16 rebounds and 20 assists (career high), leading Milwaukee to their 42nd win of the season.

The Philadelphia 76ers' announced Joel Embiid will undergo arthroscopic surgery to address his left knee issues that only allowed him to play 19 games this season. Will the surgery help him return to form or is this going to be a consistent problem for the rest of his career? 

The final NBA MVP straw poll has been completed for the 2025 NBA season, and Shai-Gilgeous Alexander looks like a lock to win the first of his career. Will he hold off Nikola Jokic when it's all said and done?

Valiant effort by the Philadelphia 76ers but the New York Knicks were just too much with a comfortable 105-91 win -- tying the Sixers' season-long 9-game losing streak. OG Anunoby led all scorers with 27 points while Landry Shamet hurt his old team with 20 points off the bench including six made 3s. Quentin Grimes paced Phialdelphia's scoring with 25 against his former team. The Sixers are now 23-52 and a full two games behind the Brooklyn Nets for the 5th worst record in the league.

Something rare happened for the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday -- they won. With the Brooklyn Nets defeating the Dallas Mavericks Monday night, the Sixers are now 1.5 games behind the Nets in their lottery race, increasing the 76ers' chances of staying in the bottom five with 7 games remaining. Will Philadelphia add another loss to their record when they face the 3rd seed Knicks in New York?

The Sixers could end up with a top-six pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, which would put Daryl Morey in a tough spot. Is there a prospect in that range that could change the team's fortunes, or should they consider moving it in a trade for a later lottery pick?

If you're in the camp of wanting the Philadelphia 76ers (23-52) to keep their protected top-6 pick in June's NBA draft, things are starting to fall your way. After falling to the Toronto Raptors, the Sixers are a full five games behind Toronto and one game back of the Brooklyn Nets while sporting the fifth-worst record in the league -- improving their lottery odds with seven games remaining. How likely is it that they lose out the rest of the way?

The Philadelphia 76ers are now officially eliminated from the 2025 NBA Playoffs. With their 118-95 loss to the Miami Heat, the Sixers' record falls to 23-51 on the year and will miss the postseason for the first time since the 2016-17 campaign. Jared Butler posted a 19-point, 10 assist double-double for the 76ers, while Heat All-Star guard Tyler Herro netted a game-high 30, lifting Miami to the win.