Adam Aaronson

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Adam Aaronson covers the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Phillies for PhillyVoice. He studied journalism at Temple University.

January 19, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Tyrese Maxey nabs eight steals, leading Sixers to a win powered by defense

After a few days of being asked about why they kept struggling in fourth quarters, the Sixers dominated the Indiana Pacers in the final frame on Monday night to get back in the win column.

January 19, 2026

Sixers

How do you fit alongside Joel Embiid? Sixers teammates on 'filling gaps' and when to 'just get the hell out of the way'

Joel Embiid has one of the most distinct and dominant styles in recent NBA history. His teammates, new and old, talk about the process that has gone into learning how to best coexist with the former NBA MVP.

January 19, 2026

Sixers

Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey earns first All-Star Game start, second appearance

Tyrese Maxey has averaged 30.3 points per game on the best efficiency of his career 38 games into his sixth NBA season. He has made yet another massive leap.

January 18, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, Paul George questionable for Sixers-Pacers on Monday

Joel Embiid has played in nine of the Sixers' last 10 games, averaging 32.9 minutes and 27.0 points during that span.

January 18, 2026

Sixers

Sunday stats: Budding partnership of Paul George, VJ Edgecombe could unlock best version of these Sixers

If Sixers head coach Nick Nurse gives his third- and fourth-best players enough time to take command of bench lineups, his team may reach peak form.

January 17, 2026

Sixers

Sixers assign Jared McCain to Delaware Blue Coats for second time this season

Jared McCain has been unable to be any sort of difference-maker for the Sixers in his second NBA season. He is once again headed to the G League.

January 16, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Sixers lose another last-second game, swept in two-game set vs. Cavaliers

The Sixers and Cavaliers alike have described their pair of games as having a playoff feel. The distinct differences in makeup between the teams creates a compelling matchup.

January 15, 2026

Sixers

Quentin Grimes' trade restriction lifted, entire Sixers roster now trade-eligible

Quentin Grimes was the only Sixers player not eligible to be traded before Jan. 15. But the 25-year-old being allowed to be dealt does not change that he can veto any deal.

January 15, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, Paul George probable for Sixers-Cavaliers on Friday; Dominick Barlow questionable

Joel Embiid has played in eight of the Sixers' last nine games, while Dominick Barlow appears to have avoided a serious back injury.

January 14, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Dominick Barlow goes down, Jared McCain arrives at another crossroads, Sixers get blown out

Nothing went right for the Sixers on Wednesday night. A rare blowout loss ensued for a group that has played an enormous number of close games.

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