PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

Jared McCain had a rough shooting start for the Sixers but comes into Vegas Summer League. Can he shake out of the opening slump and lead the way for Philly alongside Ricky Council IV, Adem Bona, and Jeff Down? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss their takeaways from catching up with the young Sixers in Vegas and preview their run in the desert. They also review the Dead & Company...

The Sixers have signed forward KJ Martin to a two-year, $16 million contract. Derek Bodner, Devon Givens and Kyle Neubeck break down what the deal means for the Sixers' cap situation, what flexibility it gives them to pursue in-season trades, and whether KJ Martin can fill a role for the Sixers in the interim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecas...

Kyle Lowry is staying home in Philadelphia after being courted by the Phoenix Suns, and the Sixers now have their veteran backup point guard. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Lowry’s return and the state of the roster following the move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa...

Joel Embiid’s debut for Team USA was a bit of a trainwreck for the big man, who managed to pick up five fouls in 12 minutes while struggling to fit in with the star-studded group. Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss their impressions of Embiid alongside LeBron James and Steph Curry, and evaluate how much they think will change with better rhythm and conditioning. Learn more about...

Joel Embiid will make his Team USA debut alongside stars like Steph Curry, LeBron James, and Anthony Edwards, and the PHLY Sixers team is out in Las Vegas to cover it. They even got stopped by the Secret Service! Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck wrap up USA Basketball mini camp with some thoughts on what Embiid can gain from the Olympics. They also discuss the Summer League Sixers out...

Ricky Council IV, Jared McCain, and Adem Bona all had nice Summer League debuts on Monday, setting the stage for a fun month of July for the Sixers. Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the Summer Sixers, press conferences for Caleb Martin, Andre Drummond, and Kelly Oubre, and report live from the ground of Team USA minicamp in Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Caleb Martin, a veteran forward who has been a key part of Miami's playoff success over the last few seasons. Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down his fit with the Sixers, what role he'll play on this year's team, and what flexibility the Sixers have left to fill out the rest of the roster this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Tim Bontemps of ESPN recently said that the Philadelphia 76ers have the best Big 3 in the NBA. Do you agree with that assessment? Derek Bodner and Devon Givens debate that, bring you up to speed on the latest transactions and rumors around the league, and dive into the listener mailbag as we wrap up the first official week of the NBA’s free agency period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Haywood Highsmith is a rumored target of the Sixers on the wing. Could he be their fifth starter next season, and how does he stack up against other options like Caleb Martin? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss those rumors plus a Buddy Hield sign-and-trade deal with the Warriors that is on the horizon. They also get into Philadelphia’s Summer League roster. Learn more about your...

DeMar DeRozan, Buddy Hield, and Gary Trent Jr. are among the best remaining free agents on the market. Where will the Sixers go next after signing Paul George and other veterans? Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the state of the market and what Daryl Morey needs to do in order to fill out the roster around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Tyrese Maxey agreed to a long-expected max contract with the Sixers on the second day of free agency, as Philadelphia watched a number of key role players move on to different teams on Monday. Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Maxey’s new deal and the departures of Nic Batum, Tobias Harris, and De’Anthony Melton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Paul George and the Sixers agreed on a four-year max contract in the early hours of free agency on Sunday, with Daryl Morey finally landing his third star to join Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck react to one of the Sixers' biggest ever free agency deals, and discuss the impact George's signing will have on the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Paul George’s decision could set off a chain of events in NBA free agency, and the Sixers appear to have an inside track to signing him. Will Daryl Morey land his big fish, and what else will Philadelphia do as free agency opens? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the opening hours of free agency and what Philadelphia will do to keep pace with the Celtics and Knicks in the Easter...

Paul George opted out of the final year of his deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, setting the stage for a potential move to Philadelphia if the Sixers can convince him to join Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss a massive free agency development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Paul George’s option decision is the most anticipated news in the NBA ahead of free agency, with the Sixers one of the most interested parties. Does Daryl Morey still have a shot at him, or will they pivot to backup options via trade or free agency? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the latest rumors ahead of free agency, and whether they think Daryl Morey still has a big move a...

Jared McCain was Philadelphia’s selection at pick No. 16. After some time to digest their first pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, does he make sense here and how does it impact the rest of their roster building? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck cover the first day two in modern NBA Draft history, with the Sixers sitting at pick No. 41. What will Daryl Morey do? Learn more about your ad choic...

Daryl Morey has a big night ahead of him, with the Sixers coming into the night with the 16th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Are big moves coming, or will the Sixers remain patient as huge trades are made around the league? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann, and Kyle Neubeck broadcast live from Garage Fishtown unpacking what the Sixers are doing to help Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. They also...

The New York Knicks acquired Mikal Bridges in a shocking trade on the eve of the 2024 NBA Draft. How does the blockbuster deal impact the Sixers' ability to contend over the next few seasons? Should the move impact what the Sixers look to do this summer? And what impact does New York's trade have on the availability of other stars, like Paul George, now that the Knicks have used up their trade ass...

The Sixers will be one of the league’s most active teams in the 2024 NBA Draft and free agency. Will they sign Paul George? Will they keep their selection at pick No. 16? And will Daryl Morey put a team around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey that is fit to contend? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck submit their offseason predictions the day before the draft, with rumors swirling about Kent...

The NBA rumor mill is going wild ahead of free agency, with speculation about Paul George, OG Anunoby, Jimmy Butler and others running wild this week. With rumors swirling about the Sixers, could Daryl Morey really be on the verge of striking out on a star? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss a wild 48 hours in the NBA, and what’s to come over the next week and a half. Learn more...

Alex Caruso, a long-running target of the Sixers in trade talks, has been sent to the Thunder in exchange for Josh Giddey. What's the fallout of this trade for Daryl Morey and Co., and where does Philadelphia turn from here? Devon Givens and Kyle Neubeck discuss the shocking trade as free agency and the 2024 NBA Draft loom next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

We’re less than a week away from the 2024 NBA Draft, and it’s our turn to mock picks to each of the NBA’s 30 teams. Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck make the first 30 picks of the draft as representatives for the NBA’s 30 teams, making picks for Daryl Morey and the rest of the league’s GMs. Will Alex Sarr go first overall? Is Jared McCain best player available at pick 16? Tune in to fi...

Zach Edey, Kel’el Ware, and DaRon Holmes are just a few of the frontcourt options that should be available for the Sixers at pick No. 16. Can any of the 2024 NBA Draft prospects become a viable backup option behind Joel Embiid? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss who Daryl Morey might lean toward among the big men, the team’s recent workout of Yves Missi, and what the Sixers shoul...

Between Ja’Kobe Walter, Tristan da Silva, and Ron Holland, there are some intriguing wing targets expected to be available for the Sixers at pick No. 16. Are any worth a gamble from Daryl Morey? Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the wing class and how they fit next to Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. They also discuss the end of the NBA season and the Celtics winning their first ti...

If the Sixers opt to draft a guard with pick No. 16 in the 2024 NBA Draft, which player from this year’s group makes the most sense? Could they take an upside swing on Isaiah Collier out of USC, a shooter like Jared McCain, or a bucket getter like Rob Dillingham? Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss their favorite guards from the 2024 NBA Draft and which ones would fit best next to...