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PHLY Sports Sixers reporter Derek Bodner joined JR to discuss the impact of Tyrese Maxey's hamstring injury, how Paul George fits into this team, if the city of Philadelphia has turned on Joel Embiid and what the potential of this team is.
JR kicked off hour two by taking calls discussing if the Lions are the best team in the NFL. JR then had a conversation with PHLY Sports Sixers reporter Derek Bodner to chat about the state of the team seven games into the season. The hour wraps up with JR previewing the Caleb Williams-Drake Maye matchup.
After a rough first half, Tyrese Maxey found his rhythm in the second half and overtime, scoring 38 of his 45 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their much-needed first win of the season. Eric Gordon was strong off the bench, contributing 15 points in his return home to Indianapolis and the Sixers received strong contributions across the board.Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens share their thoughts on Philadelphia's latest loss to begin the NBA season.
Tyrese Maxey turned in his second straight horrible performance in a Sixers loss to the Raptors, moving Philadelphia to 0-2 and highlighting concerns for how they'll handle absences for their stars.Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck discuss Nick Nurse's culpability in the rough start and dissect how this game went off the rails.
The PHLY Sixers season preview show is here! After a quick update on Joel Embiid's health, the gang offers wide-ranging predictions on Paul George, Guerschon Yabusele, Tyrese Maxey, Nick Nurse, and much more.Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens give their thoughts on how things will play out and put their reputations on the line.
Joel Embiid has been a perennial top player in the NBA. Can Tyrese Maxey and Paul George join him among the league's top-20 players?Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens debate that, and give an update on Jared McCain, who went to the hospital after a scary fall late in the Sixers' win over the Brooklyn Nets. McCain was discharged from the hospital earlier this morning, and will receive further tests throughout the day.
The Sixers' beat the Hawks on Monday night, improving to 2-2 in preseason play. But the win was overshadowed by Paul George leaving the game in the second quarter with a hyperextended left knee, an injury which kept him out for the rest of the contest.There has been no word on the extent of the injury, or whether it will cause George to miss any time.Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr led the Sixers with 14 each, with Guerschon Yabusele adding a double-double off the bench.Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner break down the Sixers' win, and react to the latest injury scare for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Derek Bodner of PHLY is our guest to discuss one of the most anticipated seasons in Sixers history.Can Joel Embiid be the same player after knee surgery?Is there even more in the tank from Tyrese Maxey this year?What exactly are the Sixers getting with Paul George at this stage of his career?How will Nick Nurse build out the rotation behind the big 3? Can any of their less-heralded players emerge?What should the Sixers be looking for in a trade at midseason?What are the major strengths and weaknesses for Philly?Our predictions for the seasonHow they match up with other East contendersThe Athletic's Jon Krawczynski joins to discuss the post-KAT trade Wolves.What did the Wolves lose in KAT?How do newcomers Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo fit in?Can Rudy Gobert repeat his DPOY campaign?What should Anthony Edwards' focus be to improve this season?The combinations Chris Finch will rely on in his rotationWhat makes the Wolves one of the deepest teams in the leagueCan the defense maintain its crazy top of the league points per possession?The Wolves' strengths and weaknesses and our predictions for the seasonHow they match up with potential playoff opponents Subscribe to Dunc'd On Prime, the only place to get every episode with Nate & Danny, plus every pod with John Hollinger & Nate as well! DuncdOn.SupportingCast.FMSubscribe on YouTube to see our hilarious faces and, more importantly, see the key moments from the pod each week.
Tyrese Maxey's growth as a player and leader has been on display in training camp in the Bahamas, as the Sixers gear up for a big year with Joel Embiid and Paul George.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Day 2 of camp and what they heard from Nick Nurse's players.
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the Sixers arrived in The Bahamas for their opening day of training camp on Tuesday, and the PHLY Sixers podcast is there to cover it.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the new-look roster and what to expect the rest of the week.
On Wednesday night, Mayor Cherelle Parker held a press conference with the latest on the proposal for the Philadelphia 76ers and what it all entails for the city and the team. Plus, the guys discuss the Sixers' wing depth and how they shape up versus the rest of the top teams in the league.Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens discuss the ongoing arena discourse and much more ahead of training camp.
From Paul George in Philadelphia to Mikal Bridges in New York, there have been a number of notable pickups for Eastern Conference contenders this offseason. Who made out the best, and how will it impact the Sixers' pursuit of a title?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss that topic and the Sixers' signing of two-way player Lester Quinones.
From Kyle Lowry vs. Reggie Jackson to Ricky Council IV vs. KJ Martin (and Guerschon Yabusele), there are a number of fun training camp battles that will begin for the Sixers next week.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss and debate some of the roster battles they're excited for heading into camp.
Joel Embiid's contract extension locks the Sixers' core in for the next four years at a minimum. With that out of the way, what are the next steps for Daryl Morey, Paul George, and the rest of the organization?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck react to a big day in Sixers history.
The Philadelphia 76ers signed Joel Embiid to a three-year, $192.9 million contract extension, which will run through the 2028-29 season. The contract will make Embiid just the 5th player to reach $500 million in career earnings."I started a Sixer and want to be right here for the rest of my career," Embiid said in a statement issued by the team. "Through all the ups and downs, this city and the fans have been everything, and I am so grateful for how they've embraced me."Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down the massive news.
Nick Nurse was recently ranked second among NBA coaches in a prominent article. How big of an impact will he have on the Sixers' first season with Paul George?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss how Nurse will manage Joel Embiid, figure out the guard rotation, and more. (0:00) - Intro(3:31) - How much pressure is on Nick Nurse?(22:57) - What we liked from Nick Nurse's previous season(31:48) - The pros of having a deep roster(38:00) - Missed shots, super chat(41:10) - Being a physical team(44:05) - Kelly Oubre will be an important piece this season(48:00) -Not worried about the team, offensively(53:30) -Super chats
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced on Wednesday that the Sixers would remain in the city after agreeing on a new arena plan that will house them at Market East.Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the far-reaching impact of a new arena in Center City.
After major moves from the Sixers, Knicks, Thunder, and other teams around the NBA, the oddsmakers have weighed in on who might rise to the NBA Finals this year. Will Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey break through in Philadelphia?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck look ahead at the season and who they expect to contend in 2024-25.
When you factor everything in — impact on the court, length of the contract, opportunity cost, etc — what was Daryl Morey's best moves from this offseason?Derek Bodner and Devon Givens will discuss that, debate where the Paul George signing ranks among other free agency signings in Sixers' history, what players on the roster have the most ‘boom or bust' potential, and more in a Friday edition of the Sixers mailbag.
If you had to pick one skill for Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and the rest of the Sixers' roster to improve upon, what would it be?Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down what individual improvement they're looking for from each player on the Sixers' roster, go over the report that Nicolas Batum was close to returning to the Sixers, and give their thoughts on the render of the proposed new arena at Camden.
What If Wednesday?! Looking back on some important parts of Sixers history, beginning with Philadelphia's 2017 #1 overall pick — Markelle Fultz. How would the team and organization have fared if things worked out with the talented guard?Derek Bodner and Devon Givens share their thoughts of the tenure of Fultz in Philadelphia and the domino effect.
Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce recently debated whether Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jayson Tatum were the Eastern Conference's best player. Can Embiid lay claim to the distinction despite the Philadelphia 76ers' lack of playoff success?Derek Bodner and Devon Givens debate that, discuss their keys to the Sixers remaining competitive in the minutes without Joel Embiid on the floor, and more in today's PHLY Sixers show.
DeMar DeRozan talked to Paul George about his decision in free agency and revealed that he could have been with the Sixers had other things lined up.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss DeRozan's decision in free agency and how he would have fit with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. They also discuss Jamal Murray's extension.
Last September, Kelly Oubre ended up being a critical addition to the Sixers' roster. Is there a similarly impactful player waiting to be had? And would the Sixers use their 15th roster spot, despite Daryl Morey's tendency to keep that open?Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck discuss deep offseason additions who could be made, including former guard Markelle Fultz.
Dorian Finney-Smith's name has been attached to the Sixers early and often in the offseason. As the Sixers' lack of depth in the frontcourt becomes clearer closer to the season, who else will emerge in the rumor mill?Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck discuss players who might be gettable by the deadline, including Finney-Smith, Chris Boucher, and Bobby Portis.
The Sixers are deep in the offseason, with arguments about the starting lineup bouncing around. Could forward Guerschon Yabusele end up getting a starting nod, or will Kelly Oubre and Caleb Martin hold down their spots as expected?Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck tap into a fan mailbag.
A new report on Labor Day suggests the state of New Jersey is pushing hard for the Sixers to build a new arena in Camden. Will the Sixers soften their stance and leave Philadelphia?Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck discuss the latest development in the ongoing saga.
Guerschon Yabusele arrived in Philadelphia this week, signing his deal with the Sixers. Between that, a new extension for T.J. McConnell, and Lonnie Walker signing in Boston, a lot happened around the NBA over the last few days.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck bounce around the league to take you into a holiday weekend.
Sixers prospects like Jared McCain, Ricky Council IV, and Adem Bona are all going to be battling for limited minutes next season. What can we realistically expect from them, and is Nick Nurse inclined to play them?Kyle Neubeck, Devon Givens, and Derek Bodner weigh in with their thoughts on the young guys and two-way players heading into next season. [00:00] Intro[02:27] Jared McCain's path[22:00] Ricky Council's minutes[41:51] KJ Martin's role[44:46] Justin Edwards analysis[49:40] David Jones' pros & cons[54:10] Adem Bona
An independent study looking at the possibility of a Center City Sixers arena was released, and it stands to impact whether Josh Harris and Co. build near Chinatown. Is this the catalyst they needed, or another roadblock?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss a big study released by the City of Philadelphia and the pros/cons of the project. 00:00 Intro02:00 Breakdown of new arena study11:45 Public concerns for new arena23:37 Impacting the Wells Fargo Center40:15 Impacting Chinatown54:00 Overall thoughts on the arena
Could there be a jump in Tyrese Maxey's playmaking? Will Kelly Oubre and Caleb Martin be difference makers on the wing? Is Paul George the third star Joel Embiid has always needed?Devon Givens asks Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck what they're buying and selling in Sixers world right now.
Joel Embiid is the best Sixers player of this era. Who can build the best team around him using greats of the past like Julius Erving, Mo Cheeks, Wilt Chamberlain and others?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck draft teams around the current franchise player.
Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss where they think the Sixers will struggle the most this season, and what Daryl Morey or Nick Nurse might need to do to address it.
The Sixers' 2024-25 regular season schedule has been released! The PHLY Sixers podcast breaks down the road ahead for Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey as they try to unseat the Celtics as the top team in the Eastern Conference. Join Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck as they analyze the big games, toughest stretches, and predict the team's record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guerschon Yabusele made a big name for himself at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Team France. Could the former Celtics draft pick fill a need on the Sixers' roster, and would Daryl Morey be able to convince him to leave Real Madrid for the NBA? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss his development since leaving the NBA and whether any team can compel him to come back to the U.S. They also discuss Doc Rivers' comments on Joel Embiid in the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Now that Joel Embiid has secured gold with Team USA, could Tyrese Maxey be next in line to represent the Sixers in the Olympics? He faces stiff competition from Jalen Brunson, De'Aaron Fox, Cade Cunningham and others to get in the mix. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck look ahead to the LA Olympics, discuss Quincy Pondexter's help with recruiting Paul George, and schedule leaks for the 2024-25 season and NBA Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After capturing gold with Team USA this weekend, Joel Embiid's strong play was on full display as one of the best players in the world, showing why he belonged, and how winning on that stage should help during the upcoming Philadelphia 76ers' campaign. Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens share their thoughts on Embiid's play and the importance it will have on the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic met in a clash of the titans at the Paris Olympics, and Team USA emerged victorious thanks to an awesome game from Embiid, a triple-double for LeBron James, and a heroic shooting night for Steph Curry. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the Embiid game that gave Team USA a chance to win gold on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joel Embiid and Team USA are taking on Nikola Jokic and Team Serbia for a spot in the gold medal game at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Will the Americans prevail, or will Jokic score a big win over one of his individual rivals? Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck watch and analyze a huge Olympics battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lauri Markkanen signed his extension with the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, taking the biggest NBA rumor mill name off of the board. Who is the next big-name player who might shake free, and is there a chance the Sixers could acquire them? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck take a look at the NBA landscape and assess where the market turns now that Markkanen is on a long-term extension. They also discuss Team USA, Joel Embiid's breakout game vs. Brazil, and Kevin Durant breaking the Olympic scoring record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joel Embiid has looked off the pace physically despite having some positive moments for Team USA. Charles Barkley believes this should be a wake-up call for Embiid to get in better shape — is he right? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Barkley's appearance on Paul George's podcast, Olympic basketball, and what criticism is fair regarding Embiid. They also touch on the Rumph Classic and PJ Tucker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's time for a Sixers mailbag! Listeners and readers asked about the best Sixers not to make an All-Star team, the best and worst offseasons in team history, whether you care about the NBA Cup, and whether the Kawhi Leonard shot actually prevented the Sixers from winning a championship. Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss a number of hot topics from the fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's late August, Paul George is a Sixer, and there isn't much going on. So the PHLY Sixers crew are hosting their first edition of Sixers Jeopardy, where they'll be quizzed on Allen Iverson, Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving, and other luminaries from Sixers history. Kyle Neubeck hosts as Derek Bodner and Devon Givens test their NBA knowledge in a competitive environment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Davis Bertans is a rumored free agent target of the Sixers for one of their last roster spots. Does he make sense to bring in next to Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss whether Daryl Morey should sign Bertans, George Niang's thoughts on Ben Simmons, and Joel Embiid being benched for Team USA's game vs. South Sudan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Zach Berman joins Derek Bodner to break down the Sixers' offseason, going over his takeaways from Joel Embiid's performance with Team USA so far this summer, going over how Joel Embiid can flip the narrative on his legacy, and breaking down what additional reinforcements the Sixers might need as they pursue a title this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rumph Classic has been a celebration of Philadelphia basketball for the last 19 years. Mike Morak, who has been involved with the event since the beginning, joins the show to talk about the importance of keeping Danny Rumph's legacy alive. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Philly's hoops legacy in addition to Tyrese Maxey's appearance on the Paul George podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joel Embiid and Team USA scored a huge opening victory over Serbia to begin their run at the 2024 Paris Olympics. But the big man struggled early and was sent to the bench quickly — could he lose playing time as they move deeper? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss what went wrong for Embiid in his first game at the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Paul George, Caleb Martin, Eric Gordon, and Andre Drummond will battle with holdover Sixers for spots in Nick Nurse's rotation. What will his team set up like to open the season? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck make their predictions with 13 roster spots filled, as they try to envision how the team will set up around Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After signing Paul George and reinforcing the lineup with Caleb Martin, Andre Drummond, and other good role players, do the Sixers need to win it all right away? Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the idea of Philly being championship or bust this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jared McCain saved his best Summer League half for the Sixers' final game in Las Vegas vs. the Boston Celtics, and Joel Embiid has proven that bad takes will follow him to Team USA this summer. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the end of Summer League, Jeff Dowtin's new two-way contract, and another round of Embiid takes following a close game vs. South Sudan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices