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Joel Embiid during a game

Joel Embiid says 76ers got rid of star player for Ben Simmons

Joel Embiid seems to be growing tired of the Ben Simmons drama, and the All-Star center shared some honest thoughts on the subject in his latest meeting with reporters. Embiid was asked on Thursday about the report from Sam Amick of The Athletic that …

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Ben Simmons willing to sit out entire season?

The Philadelphia 76ers insist Ben Simmons remains in their future plans, but the former first overall pick is dug in with his trade demand. Simmons did not show up to training camp this week, and apparently he is willing to stay away from the team …

Ben Simmons handling a basketball

Is this the real reason Ben Simmons wants to leave the 76ers?

There is no shortage of theories regarding why Ben Simmons has demanded that the Philadelphia 76ers trade him, and many of them center on his strained relationship with members of the organization. The biggest reason, however, is apparently a …

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Video: Doc Rivers gets heated with reporter over Ben Simmons question

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers was once again asked multiple questions about Ben Simmons at the team’s media day on Monday, and it didn’t take long before he became visibly frustrated. After the Sixers were eliminated from the …

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Sixers teammate shares his message for Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons seems to have gone Casper the Unfriendly Ghost on the entire Philadelphia 76ers organization, so one of his teammates is sharing what he would like to say to the disgruntled All-Star. 76ers swingman Danny Green addressed the Simmons …

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76ers fans are major factor in Ben Simmons’ trade demand?

Much has been made of why Ben Simmons wants out of Philadelphia. One report indicates that 76ers fans are a rather significant reason. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst told SiriusXM NBA Radio that his understanding is Simmons does not want to play in …

Steph Curry on the court

Steph Curry wants Warriors to pursue Ben Simmons?

Ben Simmons is probably more of a Drought Brother than a Splash Brother, but Steph Curry may still be interested in teaming up with him nonetheless. The Golden State Warriors star Curry appeared this week on NBC Sports’ “Brother from …

Ben Simmons handling a basketball

Report: Ben Simmons turned down meeting with 76ers teammates

Ben Simmons remains so adamant about pursuing a trade from the Philadelphia 76ers that he won’t even hear out teammates who want him to change his mind. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, key 76ers players, including Joel Embiid, …

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Look: Ben Simmons jerseys selling for huge discount in Philly

Ben Simmons seems to be about as good as gone from the Philadelphia 76ers. At least one retailer is acting accordingly. NBC 10 anchor John Clark shared a photo on Twitter Friday that shows Ben Simmons jerseys are in the 50 percent off rack at the …

Joel Embiid during a game

Joel Embiid thinks Sixers can still fix Ben Simmons situation?

Joel Embiid apparently still has yet to give up on his partner in The Process. Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice reported this week that the Philadelphia 76ers star Embiid has privately insisted that the team can fix the situation with Ben Simmons if they …

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Report: Timberwolves drama will not impact Ben Simmons pursuit

The Minnesota Timberwolves are dealing with significant upheaval in their front office at an awkward time, but it does not appear that any of it will change the team’s long-term plans. Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic said on his podcast, …

Joe Lacob

Warriors owner Joe Lacob gets tampering fine for Ben Simmons comments

How strict are the NBA’s anti-tampering guidelines? You can still get fined even when you are denying interest in a player — and without mentioning the player by name. That is the case for Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob, who …

Kevin Durant in Nets practice gear

Kevin Durant nixed Nets’ potential Kyrie Irving-Ben Simmons swap?

Kevin Durant may be graduating from blocking people on Twitter to blocking trades. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith reported on Wednesday that the Brooklyn Nets had interest in a potential swap of Kyrie Irving for Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons but …

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Doc Rivers denies throwing Ben Simmons under the bus

A lot has been reported about the fractured relationship between Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers, and Doc Rivers acknowledged on Wednesday that the former first overall pick wants to be traded. What the coach does not appreciate, however, is …

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Warriors owner has harsh comments about Ben Simmons

Joe Lacob definitely does not sound like a man who wants Ben Simmons on his team. The Golden State Warriors owner Lacob spoke Tuesday to Rusty Simmons of the San Francisco Chronicle. Lacob took some time to address the trade rumors linking the …

Ben Simmons handling a basketball

Ben Simmons could fire Rich Paul if Sixers power play fails?

Ben Simmons is going for broke with his basketball future, and he may have to take drastic measures if things do not work out in his favor. Philadelphia 76ers writer Kyle Neubeck of PhillyVoice reported Tuesday that Simmons could potentially fire …

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