PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

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Something is not right with Al Horford Jan 03, 2020

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The Sixers are coming off their worst loss of the season, Al Horford doesn't look right, Ben Simmons still won't shoot and now the defense looks off. What's going on, here? Derek and Rich break down the Sixers' disappointing play over this three game losing streak.

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Sixers Championship Ceiling Dec 28, 2019

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The Sixers dismantled the Milwaukee Bucks, the best team in the NBA up to that point. Was that a fluke, or a sign of what the Sixers are capable of? Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor break down the Sixers' statement win.

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The Symptoms of Losing Dec 20, 2019

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The Sixers are on a two game losing streak, and have a tough schedule coming up, including a matchup against Giannis Antetokounmpo in a showdown of the Eastern Conference elite. What recent problems are ones to worry about, and which are temporary? Derek and Rich discuss that, and more, in this week's episode.

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Joel Embiid Isn't Having Fun Dec 12, 2019

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Joel Embiid says he's not having as much fun as he used to. Derek and Rich discuss ow much of a concern that is. Embiid claims it's because he's trying to be mature and not talk trash, but is there more to it? Also: the Sixers' defense is dominant, Matisse Thybulle has turned a corner, and the starting lineup is finally fully healthy.

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Is the Sixers Offense Championship Worthy? Dec 08, 2019

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Is the Sixers' offense championship caliber? What changes can they make to get them there? Derek brings on Mike O'Connor to go over his thoughts on the Sixers' middling offensive attack.

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Winning the Right Way Dec 02, 2019

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The Sixers have won 7 of their last 8 games, but are they playing well? Derek and Rich go over Joel Embiid's improved decision making out of the post, Ben Simmons' All-NBA level defense, and how much of that will translate once they start playing tougher competition.

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The 2010s: 76ers All-Decade Team Nov 25, 2019

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Derek and Rich go through the past decade to create the 76ers All-Decade team for the 2010s.

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Ben Simmons.... FROM THREE! Nov 22, 2019

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Ben Simmons finally did it: he made a catch-and-shoot 3 in an NBA game. Is this the start of a new era in Simmons' development, or a one-off occurrence? Derek and Rich discuss the shot seen around the world and what kind of significance that could have on the Sixers' offense.

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Improving Embiid and Simmons Nov 11, 2019

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Derek and Rich take a step back to look at big picture topics, namely whether Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons have improved upon their weaknesses enough, and whether that could get in the way of a parade down Broad Street. They then open up the listener mailbag to discuss the backup point guard rotation, Al Horford's struggles playing alongside Embiid, and more.

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Eek! 76ers Defensive Woes Nov 07, 2019

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Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann dig into the defensive woes for a 76ers team that was believed to be an elite defense, Ben Simmons floor spacing issues and looking ahead to the Sixers against the Nuggets and Jazz to finish up the west coast trip.

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