Adam Aaronson
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Five years later, the 'Seven Sixers' recall the day 'everything was weird' and Tyrese Maxey began evolving into the franchise's leader
On Jan. 9, 2021, with only seven players available for the Sixers, a rookie guard named Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points in the first start of his professional career. The rest, as they say, is history.
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NEW: Five years ago today, rookie Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points in his first NBA start. A lot's happened since.
An oral history of the “Seven Sixers,” with those on the court the day “everything was weird” as Maxey’s evolution into a franchise's new leader began:
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An oral history of the “Seven Sixers,” with those on the court the day “everything was weird” as Maxey’s evolution into a franchise's new leader began:
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Quentin Grimes, questionable to play tonight due to the right ankle sprain which sidelined him on Tuesday, has a jersey on and is getting shots up as shootaround concludes.
January 29, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Quentin Grimes, questionable to play tonight due to the right ankle sprain which sidelined him on Tuesday, has a jersey on and is getting shots up as shootaround concludes.
Random thought as I get to shootaround: I’m surprised Nick Nurse never took a longer look at Dominick Barlow at center. Definitely parts of his game that are accentuated playing the four, but certainty that he can play the five regularly might’ve made deadline easier to navigate.
January 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Random thought as I get to shootaround: I’m surprised Nick Nurse never took a longer look at Dominick Barlow at center. Definitely parts of his game that are accentuated playing the four, but certainty that he can play the five regularly might’ve made deadline easier to navigate.
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ICYMI: For the first time in a long time, Jared McCain has momentum. Was McCain's breakthrough showing Tuesday sparked by opportunity? Positivity? Breathing?
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
After months of struggles, Sixers thrilled to see Jared McCain finally looking 'more like him'
Has Jared McCain finally arrived in his second NBA season? The 21-year-old's breakthrough performance on Tuesday night has inspired a lot of hope.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:49 PM
ICYMI: For the first time in a long time, Jared McCain has momentum. Was McCain's breakthrough showing Tuesday sparked by opportunity? Positivity? Breathing?
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
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Rest in peace to one of the great bloggers and the de facto mayor of Philadelphia. It was my honor and pleasure to work with him. defector.com/dan-mcquade-...
Dan McQuade, 1983–2026 | Defector
Dan McQuade, our friend and colleague, died this week at the age of 43. He is survived by his wife and young son. At the end of 2024, Dan was diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer. The news of his diag...
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January 29, 2026 at 12:56 AM
Rest in peace to one of the great bloggers and the de facto mayor of Philadelphia. It was my honor and pleasure to work with him. defector.com/dan-mcquade-...
Even after his move to the bench, Dominick Barlow's offensive rebounding remains a huge asset to the Sixers, in part because he is such a good decision-maker out of those opportunities:
January 28, 2026 at 11:53 PM
Even after his move to the bench, Dominick Barlow's offensive rebounding remains a huge asset to the Sixers, in part because he is such a good decision-maker out of those opportunities:
Justin Edwards returned to Nick Nurse's rotation on Tuesday because of foul trouble, then ended up playing 24 minutes and giving the Sixers a nice two-way lift:
January 28, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Justin Edwards returned to Nick Nurse's rotation on Tuesday because of foul trouble, then ended up playing 24 minutes and giving the Sixers a nice two-way lift:
Paul George tied a Sixers franchise record with nine triples in Tuesday's win over Milwaukee, scoring 32 points (11-21 FG, 9-15 3P).
Full highlights from George's eruption:
Full highlights from George's eruption:
January 28, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Paul George tied a Sixers franchise record with nine triples in Tuesday's win over Milwaukee, scoring 32 points (11-21 FG, 9-15 3P).
Full highlights from George's eruption:
Full highlights from George's eruption:
ICYMI: For the first time in a long time, Jared McCain has momentum. Was McCain's breakthrough showing Tuesday sparked by opportunity? Positivity? Breathing?
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
After months of struggles, Sixers thrilled to see Jared McCain finally looking 'more like him'
Has Jared McCain finally arrived in his second NBA season? The 21-year-old's breakthrough performance on Tuesday night has inspired a lot of hope.
www.phillyvoice.com
January 28, 2026 at 6:49 PM
ICYMI: For the first time in a long time, Jared McCain has momentum. Was McCain's breakthrough showing Tuesday sparked by opportunity? Positivity? Breathing?
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Whatever the cause, it meant something to McCain's teammates. And that meant something to McCain: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Pleased to share that for the eighth year in a row, I'll complete a process which derails my life for several days!
If you're new, my Sixers trade deadline primer has dozens upon dozens of trade targets, explanations of relevant salary cap rules, evaluations of Sixers trade chips and so much more.
If you're new, my Sixers trade deadline primer has dozens upon dozens of trade targets, explanations of relevant salary cap rules, evaluations of Sixers trade chips and so much more.
January 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Pleased to share that for the eighth year in a row, I'll complete a process which derails my life for several days!
If you're new, my Sixers trade deadline primer has dozens upon dozens of trade targets, explanations of relevant salary cap rules, evaluations of Sixers trade chips and so much more.
If you're new, my Sixers trade deadline primer has dozens upon dozens of trade targets, explanations of relevant salary cap rules, evaluations of Sixers trade chips and so much more.
If (when?) the Milwaukee Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo, these will be the longest-tenured NBA players to spend their entire careers with one team:
1) Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
2) Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors
3) Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
1) Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
2) Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors
3) Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
January 28, 2026 at 4:25 PM
If (when?) the Milwaukee Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo, these will be the longest-tenured NBA players to spend their entire careers with one team:
1) Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
2) Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors
3) Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
1) Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
2) Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors
3) Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
New: Has Jared McCain finally arrived again?
A story about positive energy being reciprocated, a coach’s promise coming true, the value of seeing shots finally go in & “feeling the breath coming in through your nostrils & then feeling the heat on your upper lip."
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A story about positive energy being reciprocated, a coach’s promise coming true, the value of seeing shots finally go in & “feeling the breath coming in through your nostrils & then feeling the heat on your upper lip."
www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
After months of struggles, Sixers thrilled to see Jared McCain finally looking 'more like him'
Has Jared McCain finally arrived in his second NBA season? The 21-year-old's breakthrough performance on Tuesday night has inspired a lot of hope.
www.phillyvoice.com
January 28, 2026 at 2:55 PM
New: Has Jared McCain finally arrived again?
A story about positive energy being reciprocated, a coach’s promise coming true, the value of seeing shots finally go in & “feeling the breath coming in through your nostrils & then feeling the heat on your upper lip."
www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
A story about positive energy being reciprocated, a coach’s promise coming true, the value of seeing shots finally go in & “feeling the breath coming in through your nostrils & then feeling the heat on your upper lip."
www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-...
Jared McCain finally broke out of his struggles in the Sixers' win over Milwaukee on Tuesday:
17 points
6-8 FG
5-6 3P
All six of McCain's baskets:
17 points
6-8 FG
5-6 3P
All six of McCain's baskets:
January 28, 2026 at 6:36 AM
Jared McCain finally broke out of his struggles in the Sixers' win over Milwaukee on Tuesday:
17 points
6-8 FG
5-6 3P
All six of McCain's baskets:
17 points
6-8 FG
5-6 3P
All six of McCain's baskets:
Paul George on his success against the Bucks this season: “I just know Doc. I know Doc, I know his coverages, I know his play calling, I know what he's looking at, what he's looking for, how he's going to guard me.”
January 28, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Paul George on his success against the Bucks this season: “I just know Doc. I know Doc, I know his coverages, I know his play calling, I know what he's looking at, what he's looking for, how he's going to guard me.”
Paul George, asked if he believes the Sixers can contend in the Eastern Conference: “I think we're right there with the New York Knicks, with the Clevelands. I think we're right in the mix… We still have the one unguardable player, and that’s the trump card.”
January 28, 2026 at 4:20 AM
Paul George, asked if he believes the Sixers can contend in the Eastern Conference: “I think we're right there with the New York Knicks, with the Clevelands. I think we're right in the mix… We still have the one unguardable player, and that’s the trump card.”
“I couldn't ask for better teammates,” Jared McCain said. “They’ve been there for me when I was down, and when I'm up, they cheer for me as loud as possible.”
January 28, 2026 at 3:58 AM
“I couldn't ask for better teammates,” Jared McCain said. “They’ve been there for me when I was down, and when I'm up, they cheer for me as loud as possible.”
Tyrese Maxey says he is predicting the future: he told Joel Embiid he was going to throw him a lob today, and he told Jared McCain he was going to make four threes tonight.
VJ Edgecombe yelled out in response, asking why Maxey didn’t predict the rookie would score 50 points.
VJ Edgecombe yelled out in response, asking why Maxey didn’t predict the rookie would score 50 points.
January 28, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Tyrese Maxey says he is predicting the future: he told Joel Embiid he was going to throw him a lob today, and he told Jared McCain he was going to make four threes tonight.
VJ Edgecombe yelled out in response, asking why Maxey didn’t predict the rookie would score 50 points.
VJ Edgecombe yelled out in response, asking why Maxey didn’t predict the rookie would score 50 points.
Sixers got an awesome Paul George game — maybe the best since he got here? — and something resembling the Jared McCain breakout everyone wanted.
Tons of great minutes, including 24 points in the first half from Joel Embiid and a Justin Edwards resurgence: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-vs-bu...
Tons of great minutes, including 24 points in the first half from Joel Embiid and a Justin Edwards resurgence: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-vs-bu...
Instant observations: Paul George and Jared McCain finally erupt, Sixers bounce back with outstanding offensive showing
After the most miserable day the Sixers could have experienced, Tuesday brought joy and excitement. The Sixers nabbed a much-needed win behind a terrific, team-oriented offensive performance.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:38 AM
Sixers got an awesome Paul George game — maybe the best since he got here? — and something resembling the Jared McCain breakout everyone wanted.
Tons of great minutes, including 24 points in the first half from Joel Embiid and a Justin Edwards resurgence: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-vs-bu...
Tons of great minutes, including 24 points in the first half from Joel Embiid and a Justin Edwards resurgence: www.phillyvoice.com/sixers-vs-bu...
Given the circumstances, this is one of the more uplifting games of the Sixers season IMO. A great win with brilliant offense from just about start to finish; several awesome individual performances including some breakout-looking stuff from Jared McCain. Story to come!
January 28, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Given the circumstances, this is one of the more uplifting games of the Sixers season IMO. A great win with brilliant offense from just about start to finish; several awesome individual performances including some breakout-looking stuff from Jared McCain. Story to come!
Just an incredible garbage time lineup from Nick Nurse: Watford, Edwards, Walker, Barlow, Bona.
January 28, 2026 at 3:27 AM
Just an incredible garbage time lineup from Nick Nurse: Watford, Edwards, Walker, Barlow, Bona.
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Oddly, the Sixers did not play a Pete Nance tribute video during that first timeout. Maybe they're saving it for a halftime ceremony?
January 28, 2026 at 3:26 AM
Now checking in…
Jared McCain again. He is 5-6 from three tonight.
January 28, 2026 at 3:08 AM
Jared McCain again. He is 5-6 from three tonight.
Sixers bench was ELATED for McCain; VJ Edgecombe might have been the most excited.
Man, this has to feel good for Jared McCain. Up to 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-5 3P) after knocking down back-to-back triples. Sixers have extended their lead to 19. Timeout Doc Rivers.
January 28, 2026 at 3:06 AM
Sixers bench was ELATED for McCain; VJ Edgecombe might have been the most excited.
Man, this has to feel good for Jared McCain. Up to 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-5 3P) after knocking down back-to-back triples. Sixers have extended their lead to 19. Timeout Doc Rivers.
January 28, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Man, this has to feel good for Jared McCain. Up to 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-5 3P) after knocking down back-to-back triples. Sixers have extended their lead to 19. Timeout Doc Rivers.
Eight threes for number eight. Paul George has a new high in three-pointers made for his Sixers career.
January 28, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Eight threes for number eight. Paul George has a new high in three-pointers made for his Sixers career.
After three: Bucks 95, Sixers 106.
A Tyrese Maxey layup caps off a stellar closing effort in the third quarter by the Sixers, who outscored MIL 12-4 in the last 2:50. They're in the driver's seat entering the fourth. Paul George and Joel Embiid each have 26 points; Maxey has 22.
A Tyrese Maxey layup caps off a stellar closing effort in the third quarter by the Sixers, who outscored MIL 12-4 in the last 2:50. They're in the driver's seat entering the fourth. Paul George and Joel Embiid each have 26 points; Maxey has 22.
January 28, 2026 at 2:56 AM
After three: Bucks 95, Sixers 106.
A Tyrese Maxey layup caps off a stellar closing effort in the third quarter by the Sixers, who outscored MIL 12-4 in the last 2:50. They're in the driver's seat entering the fourth. Paul George and Joel Embiid each have 26 points; Maxey has 22.
A Tyrese Maxey layup caps off a stellar closing effort in the third quarter by the Sixers, who outscored MIL 12-4 in the last 2:50. They're in the driver's seat entering the fourth. Paul George and Joel Embiid each have 26 points; Maxey has 22.