Adam Aaronson

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

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Sixers mailbag: Cheap targets for the trade deadline and New Year's resolutions

by Adam Aaronson

Is there a way for the Sixers to duck the luxury tax and remain about as competitive as they are now for the remainder of the season? Which Sixers New Year's resolutions should be adopted? Answering those and more in the final mailbag of 2025.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Joel Embiid questionable for Sixers-Grizzlies on Tuesday; updates provided on Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford

by Adam Aaronson

The latest on the Sixers injury front ahead of Tuesday's game, from Joel Embiid's new ailment to updates on Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Sixers' Tyrese Maxey ranks second in Eastern Conference in NBA All-Star Game voting with first batch of returns

by Adam Aaronson

Tyrese Maxey has made the NBA All-Star Game once before, but notching a starting spot would be a major accomplishment.

December 29, 2025

Sixers

5 Sixers thoughts: Paul George's shot diet is still problematic, more after 0-2 start to longest road trip of the season

by Adam Aaronson

For the 52nd and final time in 2025, kicking off a week with a batch of Sixers notes – first examining Paul George's shot selection in his second season with the team.

December 28, 2025

Sixers

Sunday stats: Is Joel Embiid holding Tyrese Maxey back? What the numbers say about the latest Sixers debate

by Adam Aaronson

Diving into the latest statistical trends surrounding the 16-13 Sixers, including Tyrese Maxey's recent skid in combination with Joel Embiid's return to action.

December 28, 2025

Sixers

Instant observations: Tyrese Maxey bounces back, but Joel Embiid-less Sixers lose to Thunder in war of attrition

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers have lost three games in a row for the first time in the 2025-26 season.

December 27, 2025

Sixers

Joel Embiid out for Sixers-Thunder on Sunday with two injury designations

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers have their toughest test of the 2025-26 season coming up: a road battle against the defending champions. Who will be available for the Sixers against the Oklahoma City Thunder?

December 26, 2025

Sixers

Instant observations: Diving into Joel Embiid's progress and obstacles on both ends of the floor after Sixers fall to Bulls

by Adam Aaronson

Joel Embiid had a strong offensive showing on Friday. On defense, the Sixers started experimenting a bit with how they used him. An Embiid-centric look at another brutal loss for the Sixers in Chicago:

December 26, 2025

Sixers

Friday film: Jared McCain explains his unorthodox layup package, Sixers go double-big with Joel Embiid and more

by Adam Aaronson

Why does Jared McCain so often attempt layups with the hand that is closer to the rim? The Sixers' second-year guard explains his unusual finishes and scoop layups.

December 25, 2025

Sixers