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Butler scored 28 points and Joel Embiid, despite foul trouble, scored 23 and still managed to get up 20 shots in the Sixers' 113-107 win over the Jazz (see observations). The reigning Rookie of the Year certainly didn't have a poor outing Friday (10 points, eight assists, eight rebounds) and he looked more aggressive than vs. the Magic, but from a special player like Simmons, you expect more. It's been just two games and there's still a lot to figure out, but it's clear that Simmons will have to focus more on being a facilitator. Continue to Article

November 17, 2018 2:26:am EST

Jimmy Butler had the sellout crowd chanting his name and singing his favorite theme song. Butler scored 28 points in his home debut, Joel Embiid had 23 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz 113-107 on Friday night. Butler, the four-time All-Star acquired Monday from Minnesota in a five-player trade, got a loud ovation during introductions and quickly made an impression as the Sixers built a 16-point lead in the first quarter. Continue to Article

November 16, 2018 10:56:pm EST

76ers guard Markelle Fultz's new free-throw motion will make you cringe originally appeared on nbcsportsboston.comFree throws are not the most entertaining aspect of NBA basketball, but Philadelphia 76ers point guard Markelle Fultz continues to make that Continue to Article

November 16, 2018 8:35:pm EST

The Philadelphia 76ers call it, "The Process." Others call it a rebuild or asset collecting. Excuse the sample size, but things appear to be turning in Sacramento's favor. At 8-6, there is a buzz around the Kings for the first time in years and it's probably time to start looking long and hard at the short-term and long-term plan for this franchise. Continue to Article

November 16, 2018 1:57:pm EST

Heading into Jimmy Butler's Sixers debut, there was plenty of excitement, but also considerable consternation about his fit with his new team. After the Sixers' 111-106 loss to the Magic on Wednesday, we finally have some film to break down after what felt like weeks waiting for Butler to play. Let's look at the skills Butler showcased, how the Sixers used him in his debut, and the way his role might develop. Continue to Article

November 15, 2018 2:50:am EST