The Philadelphia 76ers have ruled out Joel Embiid for the remainder of the preseason as part of his left knee management. The Sixers say Embiid is "progressing well and will continue to take part in an individual treatment plan designed to best support his health and wellness for the 2024-25 season." Embiid tore the meniscus in his left knee last season. … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid Ruled Out By Sixers For Preseason With Left Knee Management
Daryl Morey On Pursuing Paul George: It Was Definitely Risky, But Definitely The Best Plan
When Paul George agreed to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, Daryl Morey accomplished his goal of acquiring another All-Star player to join Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. But Morey concedes the plan they put in place more than a year ago was an unlikely one with the odds of success at less than 50 percent. "We were taking what we thought was the best plan to keep ourselves in … [Read more...] about Daryl Morey On Pursuing Paul George: It Was Definitely Risky, But Definitely The Best Plan
Danny Green Retires After 15 NBA Seasons, Three NBA Titles
Danny Green has retired from basketball after playing 15 seasons in the NBA and winning championships with three separate franchises. Green won titles in 2014 with the San Antonio Spurs, 2019 with the Toronto Raptors, and 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers. Green was a career 40 percent three-point shooter and was one of the best wing defenders in the league throughout his … [Read more...] about Danny Green Retires After 15 NBA Seasons, Three NBA Titles
Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away At 58 From Brain Cancer
Dikembe Mutombo passed away today at the age of 58 from brain cancer. Mutombo first revealed in 2022 that he was undergoing treatment after the discovery of a brain tumor. Mutombo was the fourth overall pick in the 1991 NBA draft by the Denver Nuggets after a successful career at Georgetown. Mutombo was an eight-time NBA All-Star and four-time Defensive Player of the Year. … [Read more...] about Dikembe Mutombo Passes Away At 58 From Brain Cancer
Isaiah Mobley, 76ers Sign Exhibit 10 Deal
The Philadelphia 76ers and Isaiah Mobley have agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal. Mobley, who is represented by agents Thaddeus Foucher and Joe Smith, was a second round pick in 2022 by the Cleveland Cavaliers out of USC. Mobley was on a Two-Way contract with the Cavaliers each of the past two seasons. In 10 games with the Cavaliers last season, Mobley averaged 2.3 points and 1.0 … [Read more...] about Isaiah Mobley, 76ers Sign Exhibit 10 Deal