PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

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Sixers Buyout Market and Al Horford Chance to Start (Again) Feb 19, 2020

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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.

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Al Horford's Movement to the Bench Feb 16, 2020

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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.

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How the Sixers New Additions Can Improve the Team Feb 09, 2020

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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.

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Why the 76ers are Road Weaklings Feb 06, 2020

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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.

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The 76ers Biggest Pre-Trade Deadline Questions Feb 02, 2020

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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?

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Kobe Bryant and Philadelphia Jan 28, 2020

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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.

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Midseason Grades for Every 76er Jan 22, 2020

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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?

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Sixers Trade Deadline Primer Jan 16, 2020

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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.

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Joel Embiid Injury Overview Jan 10, 2020

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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?

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Why the Sixers are Sinking Jan 06, 2020

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The Sixers have lost 7 of their last 10 games, and both the fit and question of this collection of talent looks to be in question. Should they be making major changes at next month's trade deadline?

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