The New York Times – Sports:
The N.B.A. brings out its stars on Christmas. This year, there will be some new rivalries, too.
Category: Philadelphia 76ers
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The Inside Story of N.B.A. Players and Their Socks
The New York Times – Sports:
Zion Williamson rocks an orange stripe. Marcus Smart almost got fined over his socks. Some guys wear them on the wrong feet. (The wrong feet?)
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The Sixers Give a Glimpse of How Good They Can Be
The New York Times – Sports:
Joel Embiid is formidable, and James Harden is keeping the offense on track. The Philadelphia 76ers are clicking — and hoping it lasts this time.
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76ers’ Joel Embiid Makes NBA History With 59 Points Against Utah Jazz
The New York Times – Sports:
Who has scored 59 points with 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 blocks in a game? Before Sunday night, no one.
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The Milwaukee Bucks Are Betting on Déjà Vu
The New York Times – Sports:
Of course Giannis Antetokounmpo is back this season — but so is almost everyone else. Continuity could give Milwaukee an edge amid the N.B.A.’s roster upheavals.
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Celtics Shake Off N.B.A. Finals Loss With Season-Opening Win
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A tough loss to Golden State ended Boston’s championship hopes last season. The lessons from that series are already showing.
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NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards
The New York Times – Sports:
Newly healthy stars and rising young players could shift the power dynamics in both conferences. But if the Nets and the Lakers can recover from off-season drama, they may be the teams to beat.
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Jimmy Butler and the Heat Close Out the 76ers in Game 6
The New York Times – Sports:
Philadelphia traded Jimmy Butler to Miami after falling short of the conference finals in 2019. Now he’s going, and they’re going home.
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Don’t Be Fooled by Tyrese Maxey’s Smile. The Sixers Guard Can Ball.
The New York Times – Sports:
Maxey, the second-year Philadelphia 76ers guard, is showing a maturity beyond his 21 years during the playoffs. And the Sixers need him.