Few predictions in sports history have been as bold—or as nearly accurate—as Moses Malone’s famous declaration before the 1983 NBA Playoffs. The Philadelphia 76ers, led by Malone and Julius Erving, …
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Paul George Reveals What Philly Fan Said To Him While Stuck In Eagles Parade
by Len Werleby Len WerlePhiladelphia sports fans are known for their passion, their loyalty—and their brutal honesty. Just ask Paul George, who got a firsthand taste of that honesty while stuck in traffic during …
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43 Years Ago, Philadelphia 76ers Silenced Boston In Game 7, “Beat L.A.” Echoed Through The Garden
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn one of the most intense battles in Eastern Conference Finals history, the Philadelphia 76ers traveled to Boston Garden on May 23, 1982, with everything on the line. After jumping …
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24 years ago today, Allen Iverson was named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player for the 2000-01 season, at 6-foot and 165 pounds becoming the shortest and lightest MVP in league …
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60 Years Ago, John Havlicek Stole The Ball And Made NBA History
by Len Werleby Len Werle60 years ago today, one of the most famous plays, including one of the most famous broadcasting quotes, took place. April 15, 1965 – Game 7 of the Eastern Conference …
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Doc Rivers Says He Doesn’t Get Enough Credit For Winning Three Games In Blown 3-1 Leads
Doc Rivers is an established veteran head coach. He has won Coach of the Year, coached teams to the NBA Finals twice, and snagged one championship along the way. Yet, …
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46 Years Ago, The Longest NBA Game Ever, That Saw Some Players Play For Both Teams, Ended
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn February 7, 1979 Harvey Catchings, and Ralph Simpson were traded for Eric Money and Al Skinner in a trade between the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Jersey Nets. Most of …
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Wilt Chamberlain Redefined The Role Of A Center In 1968 Out Of Pettiness
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasOn this day in 1968, Wilt Chamberlain made history by becoming the first center in NBA history to lead the league in assists. With a total of 702 assists and …
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Quentin Grimes Dominates Mavericks And Stares Down Coaches As Dallas’ Season Spirals Further
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn Sunday, Quentin Grimes delivered a performance that was as personal as it was dominant, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 130-125 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Grimes made it …
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Philadelphia 76ers To Explore Trading Paul George This Summer
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly preparing to part ways with small forward Paul George after just one season, according to an NBA source cited by Hoops Wire. “The Philadelphia 76ers …
