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PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast
The PHLY Sixers Podcast is your daily destination for everything Philadelphia 76ers. Hosted by Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck, and Devon Givens, the show delivers expert analysis, interviews, game recaps, trade rumors, and live postgame reactions. Whether you're tracking Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, or offseason moves, PHLY Sixers brings fans closer to the team than anyone else. From breaking news to deep dives into X’s and O’s, no one covers the Sixers like PHLY Sports.
Episodes
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastGame of Zones Backstory
Derek and Rich interview Game of Zones creators, and lifelong Philadelphia sports fans, Adam (@mutsack) and Craig (@mutsackcraig) Malamut about how Game of…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhat Should the Sixers' Rotation Look Like?
What should the Sixers' rotation look like? Derek and Rich go over that, discuss some of the emerging details of the NBA's return to play plan, and discuss the…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe NBA's Plan to Resume
Derek and Rich dive into a bunch of different topics, from changes at The Athletic, to the ongoing protests across the country demanding criminal justice…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhich Return to Play Scenario Helps the 76ers?
How do the various return to play proposals impact the Sixers? Derek and Rich go over that, along with a little bit more Vasilije Micic talk and a conversation…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastShould the 76ers Bring Over Vasilije Micic?
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastBest And Worst Draft Picks In the Past 20 Years
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWe're Talking About Practice: The Story Behind Allen Iverson's Practice Rant
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastBen Simmons: The Reluctant Shooter
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastJJ Redick Interview: On his time in Philly, Embiid and Simmons fit, and playing with Zion
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhat Worked (and What Didn't) During The Process
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe Process Years with Yaron Weitzman
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSixers Step Up (Finally) and The All-Process Team
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastAll the Possible Scenarios for the Rest of the Season
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSixers and the NBA Season Suspension
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhat the Sixers Will Look Like in the Playoffs
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastAll About Joel Embiid's Pending Return
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastShake-sanity and the Embiid-Simmons-less Sixers
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastJoel Embiid Injury Impact
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastEverything We Know About Ben Simmons' Injury
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastEvaluating the New Sixers, Joel Embiid Improvements
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSixers Buyout Market and Al Horford Chance to Start (Again)
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastAl Horford's Movement to the Bench
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastHow the Sixers New Additions Can Improve the Team
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhy the 76ers are Road Weaklings
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe 76ers Biggest Pre-Trade Deadline Questions
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastKobe Bryant and Philadelphia
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastMidseason Grades for Every 76er
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSixers Trade Deadline Primer
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastJoel Embiid Injury Overview
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWhy the Sixers are Sinking
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSomething is not right with Al Horford
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastSixers Championship Ceiling
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe Symptoms of Losing
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastJoel Embiid Isn't Having Fun
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastIs the Sixers Offense Championship Worthy?
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'…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastWinning the Right Way
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe 2010s: 76ers All-Decade Team
Derek and Rich go through the past decade to create the 76ers All-Decade team for the 2010s. Get access to special subscriber-only podcasts from Sixers Beat…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastBen Simmons.... FROM THREE!
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastImproving Embiid and Simmons
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastEek! 76ers Defensive Woes
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…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastThe Smothering 76ers
Derek and Rich discuss the Sixers' stellar defense, their struggling offense, where the team can turn to get shooting, the injury to Shake Milton and the…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastInevitably Wrong Sixers Predictions
Big Announcement! Sixers Beat is moving over to join The Athletic's podcast network. Sixers Beat will continue to deliver weekly shows all about the…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers PodcastTrailer for Sixers Beat move over to The Athletic
Sixers Beat is moving over to The Athletic. Along with that move is 40% an annual subscription to The Athletic, go to theathletic.com/sixersbeat to secure the…
PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast#198 - Thybulle's Rising Star
Sixers Beat hosts Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann from The Athletic Philadelphia look at Matisse Thybulle's eye-opening preseason and what it means for the…
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#197 - Preseason basketball, Hong Kong controversy
Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' scrimmage, their preseason opener against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions, and the…
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#196 - First impressions from Sixers training camp
The Sixers are back practicing in good 'ol Camden, New Jersey. How does Joel Embiid look? Who's winning the backup point guard battle? How are Matisse Thybulle…
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#195 - Brett Brown talks about Ben Simmons jumper
Brett Brown held his annual media luncheon, and there's a lot to unpack. From Ben Simmons' jumper to changes in the team's defensive scheme to Al Horford maybe…
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#194 - James Ennis, Jonah Bolden and Shake Milton season previews
Derek and Rich preview the upcoming season for Ennis, Bolden and Milton, give thoughts on Charles Barkley's statue being added to the Legends Walk, go over the…
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#193 - Sixers Training Camp Look Ahead
How has Furkan Korkmaz looked in the FIBA World Cup? And what should you look out for when the Sixers begin training camp later this month? Derek Bodner and…
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#192 - Josh Richardson breakdown
Derek talks to Mike O'Connor of The Athletic to break down Josh Richardson's game, and discuss what he will add to the 76ers this upcoming season. Learn more…
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#191 - More video of Ben Simmons shooting a basketball
After discussing the latest round of video showcasing Ben Simmons shooting jumpers, Derek and Rich discuss what the Sixers' rotations might look like with the…
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#190 - All things 76ers with Kyle Neubeck
Derek chats with Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice on a number of topics surrounding the 76ers, going over the legitimacy of some of the weaknesses which could…
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#189 - What Al Horford brings to the 76ers
What does Al Horford bring to the 76ers? How will he fit next to Joel Embiid at the 4? How can he help against Giannis Antetokounmpo? And will Trey Burke or…
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#188 - Thoughts on the new look 76ers
Should the Sixers have extended Ben Simmons? Should you get excited over Ben Simmons' workout videos showcasing his jumper? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of…
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#187 - Sixers trade Jimmy Butler, sign Al Horford
What happened with Jimmy Butler and the Philadelphia 76ers? Did the trade with the Miami Heat make sense? And how will Al Horford fit? Derek Bodner and Rich…
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#186 - Sixers draft Matisse Thybulle
The Philadelphia 76ers traded up to #20 to select Matisse Thybulle out of Washington. Did they give up too much to move up? Was Thybulle the right pick? And…
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#185 - Free agency and draft preview
Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann talk about the recent developments in the NBA, how they impact the 76ers, and preview what is to come in free agency. They then…
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#184 - Moving on from Kawhi's shot
How do the Sixers move on from Kawhi Leonard's heartbreaking shot? Was bringing back Brett Brown the right move for the Sixers? What do they need to do in…
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#183 - Sixers dominate Raptors, take 2-1 series lead
The Sixers dominated the Raptors in Game 3 and took a 2-1 series lead. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia break down the Sixers' big…
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#182 - Nets review and Raptors preview
What can we take away from the Sixers' 4-1 series win over the Nets? And what kind of chance do the Sixers have against the Raptors? Is Ben Simmons the key to…
