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Sean Marks on Ben Simmons: We saw how he wanted to get out there

"Frustrating from an organizational standpoint. but even more so from Ben's,: said Marks. "I had a conversation with Ben. We all did. We saw how he wanted to get out there. To be honest, I've got to admire that. He tries to do 3-on-3, 5-on-5 and ...

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Can James Harden still be an elite scorer? Or is the Sixer now just a facilitator? Daryl Morey won’t say

PHILADELPHIA — Daryl Morey used the word “unlocked” a couple of times when referring to 76ers point guard James Harden.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Harden-Embiid duo doesn’t compare to Shaq-Kobe, says Shaq

Shaquille O'Neal thinks it's ridiculous to compare the Sixers' new duo to himself and the late Kobe Bryant.

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A look at the important playoff lessons that Heat’s Adebayo, Herro learned in second round

The NBA playoffs will force teams and players to adjust from series to series and game to game. Just ask Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro.

Miami Herald

Mike Sielski: The Sixers did the worst thing you can do to Philly sports fans. They gave them false hope.

The most toxic commodity in Philadelphia sports is unfulfilled hope. The 76ers of this era have delivered little more than that. It’s no stretch to say that the collective reaction around here to the Sixers’ 99-90 loss Thursday night and their six-game, second-round flameout to the Heat goes beyond mere…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Alperen Sengun sees idols in MVP leaders Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid

Alperen Sengun on the second consecutive MVP award for Nikola Jokic: “I am happy for him, and he deserved it. I have two idols in the NBA right now, one is (Joel) Embiid and one Jokic.”

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Sixers’ Danny Green suffered ACL and LCL tears when Joel Embiid fell on his knee in Game 6

PHILADELPHIA — Danny Green was in good spirits on Friday, one day after the 76ers swingman suffered ACL and LCL tears in left knee in the opening minutes of a Game 6 loss to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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Joel Embiid refuses to dwell on postseason injuries, but admits the Sixers must get tougher after another second-round exit

PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid wrapped close friend Jimmy Butler into a hug near the 76ers’ bench before walking off the court late Thursday, the physical representation of one All-Star and his team moving on to the Eastern Conference finals and the other again falling short of the ultimate goal.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Jimmy Butler is Having the Postseason of His Life. Can He Keep it Up?

It’s hard to overstate how good the Heat star has been during these playoffs.

Sports Illustrated

Magic Johnson congratulated Nikola Jokic on his MVP trophy after the 76ers were eliminated from the playoffs and it was so petty

Did Magic Johnson do this on purpose?

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SI:AM | Five NFL Games to Look Forward to This Season

It’s obviously early but these games should be worth paying attention to.

Sports Illustrated

Jimmy Butler absolutely trashed the 76ers for choosing Tobias Harris (and maybe others?) over him

Jimmy Butler makes a good point here.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Joel Embiid: ‘Everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that’s not who he is anymore’

Michael Scotto: Joel Embiid on James Harden: "Obviously, I'm sure since we got him, everybody expected the Houston James Harden, but that's not who he is anymore. He's more of a playmaker. I thought, at times, as with all of us, could've been more ...

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The 76ers’ James Harden Experiment Has Reached a Head

After The Beard flopped when it mattered most, Philly must decide whether to push forward with Harden’s partnership with Joel Embiid or move on.

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Embiid Says Harden Isn’t the Same As When He Was in Houston

The 76ers star big man said that Harden has taken on more of a role as a facilitator.

Sports Illustrated

Heat Eliminate 76ers Thanks to Swarming Defensive Effort

Miami is moving on to the conference finals after stifling Philadelphia in a convincing Game 6 victory.

Miami Herald

Greg Cote: Jimmy Butler and defense rise again as Heat eliminate 76ers, advance to Eastern finals

The Philadelphia 76ers were desperate and home Thursday night, must-win in the literal sense, the great James Harden in hero mode and wounded superstar Joel Embiid in a black mask. He’d said “What do I have to do?” this week when passed over, again, for the NBA’s MVP award.

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Sixers offseason preview: James Harden’s contract, Matisse Thybulle extension and more

After an embarrassing playoff exit to the Atlanta Hawks last season, Ben Simmons demanded a trade and never suited up for the Sixers again. They managed to stay afloat throughout the year thanks to another Joel Embiid MVP-caliber season, Tyrese ...

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The Guardian - US

‘Not good enough’: Miami Heat scorch punchless Sixers to reach NBA’s last four

Jimmy Butler scored 32 points to send the Heat into the Eastern Conference finals with a 99-90 victory over the 76ers on Thursday night in Game 6

Miami Herald

Heat dominates second half, beats Philadelphia 76ers to advance to Eastern Finals

For the second time in Jimmy Butler’s three years in Miami, the Heat is headed to a conference finals.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Miami sharpshooter Max Strus is the under-the-radar, breakout star of the postseason

Welcome to Layup Lines, our daily NBA newsletter where we'll prep you for a tip-off of tonight's action, from what to watch to bets to make. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox every afternoon. I love when an NBA player is really good, ...

The Hindu

Official | Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic named MVP for 2nd straight NBA season

Nikola Jokic becomes the 13th player to win back-to-back MVPs and the first in NBA history to record at least 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds and 500 assists in a season

The Guardian - US

‘What else can I do?’: Joel Embiid swerves MVP snub but remains a Philly hero

The 76ers star lost out to Nikola Jokić for the award for the NBA’s best player but many in Philadelphia believe he was robbed of the top prize

The Independent UK

Nikola Jokic captures 2nd straight NBA MVP title

Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic has earned a second straight NBA Most Valuable Player trophy to become the second consecutive international player to win two in a row

Tribune News Service

It’s official: Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic secures NBA MVP for second consecutive season

What was known, yet unconfirmed, became official Wednesday evening: Nuggets center Nikola Jokic was named NBA MVP for the second consecutive season, becoming just the 13th player in league history to win it in back-to-back seasons.

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