Locked On 76ers - Daily Podcast On The Philadelphia Sixers

The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz 126-122 Sunday night thanks to a dominant performance from the Sixers bench! In total the Sixers reserves scored 78 points in the win second most bench points in franchise history.   With Guerschon Yabusele and Andre Drummond only playing 22 minutes combined on the evening nick nurse went with rookie center Adem Bona for 32 minutes, and the rookie Made his...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers turn their season around after a crushing defeat to the Boston Celtics? With star players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey missing, the 76ers' struggles are laid bare, raising questions about their future in the NBA. Keith Pompey and Kayla Santiago dissect the 76ers' performance, comparing it to past seasons and the Dallas Mavericks' current challenges. They explore the...

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Boston Celtics Thursday night 123-105. The Sixers were short-handed with Tyrese Maxey and Paul George both sitting out due to injuries, so Kelly Oubre took over the Sixers’ leading scorer responsibilities with 27 points. No other Sixer scored more than 17 in the loss.   Lonnie Walker IV was the one who scored 17 points for Philly. He hit 5-of-his-10 three-point a...

Quentin Grimes shines brighter than Paul George in a surprising twist for the Philadelphia 76ers. Can the Sixers leverage this momentum to climb the Eastern Conference standings and secure a play-in spot? Explore the dynamics of the 76ers' recent loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Kayla Santiago breaks down Quentin Grimes' standout performances and his potential impact on the team's future. With...

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-112 thanks in large part to the Sixers being short staffed in the game as Tyrese Maxey missed the game with a lower back contusion. Also, Paul George left the game early as he is still dealing with a left groin strain.   In their stars absence Quentin Grimes stepped up for the 76ers to lead the team in scoring with 30 points on 12-of-18...

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts debate the merits of LaMelo Ball versus Trae Young as franchise players. They discuss the potential availability of Ball on the trade market and analyze his impact on the Charlotte Hornets. The panel also creates Oscar-inspired NBA awards, including best lead player and best special effects team. Donovan Mitchell, Jayson Tatum, and Cade C...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their injury woes and salvage their season? With key players like Tyrese Maxey and Paul George sidelined, the 76ers face a daunting challenge as they navigate the remainder of the NBA season. Host Kayla Santiago breaks down the team's recent loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, highlighting Andre Drummond's impressive performance despite the defeat. She explores...

The Philadelphia 76ers failed to notch back-to-back wins as they lost to the Portland Trail Blazers 119-102. The loss wastes a fantastic effort from six or center Andre Drummond who scored 25 points for the first time in four years while also pulling down 18 rebounds.   For most Sixers fans the news of the loss is the easiest pill to swallow, As the Sixers look to keep their top six protected pick...

The Philadelphia 76ers snapped their 9-game losing streak, thanks in large part to a career night for newcomer Quentin Grimes who scored 44 points!   Grimes led the Sixers in their first game since the decision was made to shut down Joel Embiid for the remainder of the season. With stars, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George having off nights, the Sixers also got help from Guerschon Yabusele who scored 18...

Keith Pompey, co-host of Locked On 76ers, discusses Joel Embiid's season-ending injury. The 76ers announced Embiid will focus on treatment and rehabilitation for his left knee ailment. Pompey analyzes the impact on the team's playoff chances, currently in 12th place and 2.5 games behind the 10th spot. He examines Embiid's struggles this season, averaging only 14 points in his last two games, a sta...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers Overcome Their Challenges? With Joel Embiid's injury casting a shadow over the team's prospects, the Philadelphia 76ers face a critical juncture. Will Embiid require surgery, or can he power through? Meanwhile, Eric Gordon's season-ending injury adds to the team's woes, raising questions about their playoff hopes. Join Kayla Santiago and Keith Pompey as they dissect the...

Philadelphia 76ers' nine-game losing streak raises questions about their playoff hopes. Can Tyrese Maxey and Paul George turn the tide for the Sixers in the NBA? The latest game against the New York Knicks ended in a 110-105 loss, with Jalen Brunson's late-game heroics overshadowing the Sixers' efforts. Paul George's decision to halt his podcasting to focus on basketball is also under the spotligh...

The Philadelphia 76ers showed a lot of fight against the New York Knicks but ultimately suffered the same result as they have in their previous 8 games. The Sixers took a 110-105 loss at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night.     After some first half struggles, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George came alive in the second half, include combining for 22 points in the third quarter on their way to a 30-poi...

Joel Embiid's potential knee surgery could redefine the Philadelphia 76ers' season. With the NBA star facing drastic procedures, the Sixers' future hangs in the balance. How will this impact their standing in the league? Explore the implications of Embiid's injury and surgery options, including meniscus replacement and joint realignment. Host Kayla Santiago examines the ripple effects on the 76ers...

In this episode of Locked on NBA Squad East Locked On hosts analyze the Knicks' defensive weaknesses and debate whether Mitchell Robinson's return can solve their problems. The panel explores potential dark horse contenders in the East, with Indiana and Detroit receiving consideration.   They also examine the Philadelphia 76ers' situation, suggesting Joel Embiid should be shut down for the season...

Philadelphia 76ers' Struggles: A Crisis Worse Than "The Process"? The 76ers' recent 142-110 loss to the Chicago Bulls has fans and analysts questioning the team's direction. With star players like Joel Embiid and Paul George on the roster, how did the Sixers find themselves in such a predicament? Keith Pompey and Kayla Santiago dissect the team's defensive lapses and ineffective strategies, drawin...

The Philadelphia 76ers were BLOWN OUT by the Chicago Bulls, 142-110. A 32-point loss seems bad, and it is, but the Sixers trailed by as much as 50 on the night!   It would be hard to watch the Sixers’ last 3 games against the Celtics, Nets and Bulls and think this teams NOT in tank mode.     This game marked the first game since Joel Embiid was benched in the 4th Quarter because Nick Nurse “like t...

Is Joel Embiid's Season in Jeopardy? Philadelphia 76ers Face Critical Decisions. The Philadelphia 76ers are grappling with a potential season-ending injury to their star player, Joel Embiid. As the team struggles in the Eastern Conference, questions arise about Embiid's declining performance and the possibility of surgery. Keith Pompey and Kayla Santiago dissect the 76ers' recent loss to the Brook...

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Brooklyn Nets 105-103 on a buzzer-beating tip-in by Nick Claxton. The Sixers struggled throughout the night but played their best basketball of the evening in the fourth quarter where Joel Embiid did not play a single minute.     For the second straight night the Sixers had Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and Joel Embiid on the court together but the trio did little to...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their defensive woes against the Brooklyn Nets? With key players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey in the spotlight, the 76ers face a crucial matchup that could define their season's trajectory. Explore the team's recent struggles on defense, where they rank near the bottom in several categories, and the impact of new acquisitions Lonnie Walker and Alex Reese. H...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their recent slump and injury woes? The 76ers face a critical moment after a tough loss to the Boston Celtics, with key players like Joel Embiid and Paul George battling injuries. As the team struggles to find its footing, questions arise about their playoff prospects and whether it's time for Embiid and George to consider shutting down for the season. Keith Pom...

The Philadelphia 76ers returned from the All-Star break and unfortunately gave their hometown crowd more of the same, losing. The Sixers fell to the Boston Celtics 124-104 for their sixth loss in a row. The Sixers found themselves down by as much as 29 points in the game.     Tyrese Maxey, Joel embiid and Paul George all played for the Sixers in the loss marking just the 14th time all three have p...

Can the Philadelphia 76ers turn their season around with the signing of Lonnie Walker IV? As the team grapples with recent losses and injury concerns, this episode explores the impact of Walker's addition to the roster. Keith Pompey and Kayla Santiago analyze the 76ers' playoff prospects, considering Joel Embiid's potential surgery and Paul George's injury struggles. The discussion also features i...

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show, hosts Nick Angstadt , Pat the Designer , Ku Khahil , and Brandon Scott discuss which Eastern Conference teams have made the most progress towards their goals this season. They analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive performance, the Detroit Pistons' surprising turnaround, and the Washington Wizards' rebuilding efforts. The panel debates the impa...

Can the Sixers turn their season around, or is it time to "shut it down"? With the team struggling and key players like Joel Embiid and Paul George facing injuries, the debate intensifies. This episode dives into the 76ers' current challenges, exploring potential strategies and the impact of recent player contracts. Keith Pompey and Kayla Santiago analyze Justin Edwards' new NBA contract and Jared...