PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

Should the 76ers consider bringing over Vasilije Micic, a 6-foot-6 Serbian point guard that they drafted back in 2014? Derek and Rich discuss that, along with a few stray thoughts on Brett Brown's conference call and some details on the NBA's return to play plans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

What were the best and worst draft picks the 76ers have made over the last 20 years? Derek and Rich dive into that debate, while also providing some brief thoughts on some of the challenges of returning to play in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

We're talkin 'bout practice. Derek and Rich briefly discuss Elton Brand's conference call with reporters, then dive into Rich's oral history of the Allen Iverson "practice" press conference, which featured first hand accounts from Billy King, Larry Brown and many more, all retelling their perspective on Allen Iverson's infamous press conference.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from...

What do you make of the ESPN feature discussing Ben Simmons and his reluctance to shoot? And how would this time off, and a shortened season, impact the Sixers' chances to make a deep playoff run? Derek discusses that, and more, with Mike O'Connor.  To get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic, go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Derek and Rich are joined by former 76ers guard JJ Redick to talk about playing with Zion Williamson, why his time in Philly came to an end, his thoughts on 76ers head coach Brett Brown, and why JJ will continue to bet on Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid fitting together. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat t...

Following up on their chat with Yaron Weitzman, author of Tanking to the Top, Derek and Rich go back and rehash what stood out about The Process, using the added perspective of the years since it ended to discuss what worked during the rebuild, what didn't, and how things could have turned out differently.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast,...

Derek and Rich talk to Yaron Weitzman, author of Tanking to the Top , about Sam Hinkie, the Sixers rebuild, and how things have gone off track since.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

The Sixers caused waves around the league when they decided to request full-time, salaried workers to opt-in to a salary reduction of up to 20 percent. What were they thinking? After that, Derek and Rich dive into some mailbag questions, including a trip down memory lane with their All-Process teams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

How would a 2-3 month layoff impact the Sixers and their playoff run? How do you rate the front office and coaching staff if the season is canceled? Derek and Rich run through the hypotheticals on how the rest of the season could shake out.  Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...

The NBA season is postponed. What does that mean for the Sixers, and why was that game on Wednesday night even played?    Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplec...

The Sixers' horrible 4th quarter against the Warriors put a damper on their 1-3 road trip. But they're about to get Joel Embiid and Josh Richardson back into the lineup. How does Shake Milton fit into the healthy squad, and what will the rotation look like in the playoffs?  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixer...

The Sixers snapped their 9 game road losing streak behind big games from Shake Milton, Tobias Harris and Al Horford. Derek and Rich talk about that, Joel Embiid's upcoming return, and more in this episode of the Sixers Beat.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subs...

The Sixers have lost the first two games of this west coast road trip, but Shake Milton is playing well and the team is competitive against the Lakers and the Clippers, even though they're without Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. Is that enough for a moral victory?  If you have 28 seconds, please fill out this listener survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25VZGGQ Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Another podcast, another injured Sixers player. Joel Embiid will miss at least a week because of a sprained left shoulder. What's going on here? And where do the Sixers go from here? Is there any concern Embiid's injury might linger? Derek and Rich discuss the latest development in a whacky Sixers season. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s conte...

The Sixers will be without star point guard Ben Simmons for at least a few weeks, as he suffered a nerve impingement in his lower back. Will this derail the Sixers' season? Who should start in his place while he's out? Derek and Rich react to this major news.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 4...

Despite the Nets going on a 44-8 run the Sixers, playing without Ben Simmons, came back to win in overtime in their first game since the All-Star break. Is Joel Embiid turning a corner? And how do the Sixers' new players look in the early going?  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annu...

Derek and Rich dive into the listener mailbag, wondering whether Al Horford might start once again when the playoffs roll around, talking about why the Sixers have struck out so far in the buyout market, and dive into Ben Simmons' advanced metrics.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an a...

The Sixers made a major change to the starting lineup in their last game before the All-Star break, sending Al Horford to the bench. Is it the right move? And who will start in his place? Derek and Rich discuss. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTune...

Will Glenn Robinson III and Alec Burks make a difference in the playoffs, or are they band-aids on a gaping wound? Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor discuss the Sixers' trade deadline acquisitions.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more abo...

Derek is joined by The Athletic's Mike O'Connor to diagnose what exactly is wrong with the 76ers, including who is to blame for the team's road issues.  This episode mostly focuses on the team itself, not the trade deadline.  We'll have a trade deadline special, including thoughts on Alec Burks and Glenn Robinson III, coming out this weekend. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Six...

As we head into the final days before the trade deadline, Derek brings Mike O'Connor on to give his take on some of the major questions surrounding this team: is the starting lineup good enough, do Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid and Al Horford fit together, and which of the bench players are actually playable in the postseason?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted...

Derek and Rich react to the sudden and tragic death of NBA star Kobe Bryant. His life, his legacy, and what he meant to the city of Philadelphia.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Derek and Rich go through each player on the Sixers roster and hand out midseason grades. Who is meeting expectations, who is exceeding them, and who has been a disappointment?  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscribe on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices...

Who should the Sixers target at the trade deadline? Who would be a good fit, and help push them to title contention? Derek and Rich go through some of the likely options as the struggling Sixers look to get their season back on track leading up to the February 6 trade deadline.  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/...

Good news: the Sixers beat the Celtics for the 3rd time this season. Bad news: Joel Embiid will need surgery for the torn ligament in the ring finger in his left hand. How will the Sixers manage without their star center?  Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat plus all The Athletic’s content - go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to get 40% off an annual subscription. Subscri...