Adam Aaronson

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

January 17, 2026

Sixers

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

by Adam Aaronson

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

by Adam Aaronson

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

by Adam Aaronson

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

by Adam Aaronson

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

by Adam Aaronson

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.

January 14, 2026

Sixers

Sixers power ranking roundup: Will the real fifth starter please stand up?

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers look like a surefire playoff contender in an Eastern Conference without much certainty. How high can they climb?

January 13, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, VJ Edgecombe and Paul George probable for Sixers-Cavaliers on Wednesday

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers are set to begin a stretch of six consecutive games on their home floor on Wednesday night. Which players will be available?

January 13, 2026

Sixers

Sixers mailbag: Why this season has been different than last; who are Daryl Morey's most common trade partners?

by Adam Aaronson

As we do every Tuesday, let's unpack reader-submitted questions on all things Sixers.

January 12, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, Paul George questionable for Sixers-Raptors on Monday after missing front end of back-to-back

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers ruled out Joel Embiid in the afternoon and Paul George just minutes before tip-off on Sunday, and a brutal loss ensued. There appears to be hope that both players could suit up on Monday.

January 12, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Sixers go wire-to-wire, split back-to-back in what might be Kyle Lowry's final trip to Toronto

by Adam Aaronson

The night after an embarrassing late-game collapse, the Sixers responded exactly as they hoped to, handling the Toronto Raptors with ease on Monday night.