Joel Embiid Fined $50K for Lewd Crotch-Chop vs Celtics on Halloween

Joel Embiid Fined $50,000 for Lewd Gesture During Sixers’ Loss to Celtics Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for making a lewd gesture — the infamous “crotch chop” — during the team’s 109-108 loss to the Boston Celtics on Halloween night.   The NBA has fined Joel Embiid $50,000 […]

Mike Lipinski  •  02 Nov 2025
3 Observations: 76ers Fall to Celtics in First Loss of Season, Struggle Early in NBA Cup Opener

The Sixers nearly made another comeback, but their effort fell short. Poor defense, a mixed bag offensive performance and more observations from the loss.

Matt Gregan  •  31 Oct 2025
3 Observations: Maxey’s Scoring, Bona’s Defense Lead 76ers to Comeback OT Win Over Wizards

Maxey poured in 39 points and Bona made multiple incredible defensive plays to help the Sixers overcome a 19-point deficit and remain undefeated.

Matt Gregan  •  28 Oct 2025
3 Observations: Grimes’ Late 3-Pointer Pushes 76ers to Comeback Win Over Hornets

Quentin Grimes’ 24 points off the bench helped push the Sixers to a comeback win over the Hornets on Saturday night in Philadelphia.

Matt Gregan  •  25 Oct 2025
3 Observations: Edgecombe’s Historic Debut, Maxey’s 40 Points Propel 76ers to Opening Night Win Over Celtics

V.J. Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey combined for 74 points while leading the 76ers to a 117-116 win over the Celtics in their regular season opener.

Matt Gregan  •  22 Oct 2025
3 Observations: Embiid Returns to Game Action, Edgecombe Impresses in 76ers’ Preseason Finale

Embiid looked sharp and healthy in his first game action since February 2025. Edgecombe also dominated in the 76ers’ preseason finale against Minnesota.

Matt Gregan  •  17 Oct 2025
Joel Embiid Cleared to Play vs. Hornets — The Annual is Joel Embiid Health Saga Begins!

Good news, Sixers fans — or at least, the kind of “good news” that comes with an eye roll and a deep sigh. Joel Embiid has been cleared to play in Friday’s preseason finale against Minnesota, per NBA insider Chris Haynes. Yes, you read that right — Embiid is officially, maybe suiting up! Philadelphia 76ers […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 Oct 2025
76ers 3 Thoughts: Will Embiid, George Play in Regular Season Opener?

In the latest “76ers 3 Thoughts,” updates on the health of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Jared McCain as well as a surprise name battling for a rotation spot

Matt Gregan  •  16 Oct 2025
76ers Media Day Takeaways: Patient Approach Around Keeping Embiid, George Healthy; Setting New Standard and More

The 76ers spent media day talking about taking a new approach to keeping Embiid and George healthy in addition to setting a new physical standard of play.

Matt Gregan  •  28 Sep 2025