Derek Bodner is a lifelong resident of the Philadelphia area who began covering the 76ers for LibertyBallers in 2010, and will be covering the Sixers on-air with 97.3 ESPN. Besides covering the 76ers, Derek also covers the NBA Draft for DraftExpress.com.
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Furkan Aldemir Set to Join Sixers Shortly
It appears that the Furkan Aldemir situation has finally been resolved.
As I reported last night, Aldemir, who was released from his contract with Galatasaray 3 weeks ago, is on his way to Philadelphia. A league source confirmed that Aldemir is expected to sign with the Sixers within the next few days
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Sixers Add Ronald Roberts Jr. From 87ers
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Ronald Roberts Jr. from their D-League affiliate, the Delaware 87ers, a source with knowledge of the situation has confirmed with LibertyBallers.
Sixers Acquire Andrei Kirilenko and 2nd Round Pick in 2020
According to a report from Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports, the Sixers have traded Brandon Davies to the Brooklyn Nets for Andrei Kirilenko, the Nets 2020 2nd round draft pick, the right to swap 2nd round draft picks, and cash...
Spurs Provide A Glimpse Into Sixers Ideal Future
Rome wasn't built in a day.
The old adage is meant to serve as a reminder about the time that it takes to build something truly great. The Eternal City didn't start off as the marvelous city of marble and power that we now know today. It didn't start off as the center of the ancient world, but as a tiny farming village on the banks of the Tiber river
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Sixers Draft Pick Dario Saric Named MVP for Month of November
Dario Saric, a 6'10" forward taken by the 76ers with the 12th pick of the 2014 NBA draft
Bodner’s Buckets: Update on Andrei Kirilenko Trade, When is Furkan Aldemir Coming Over?
According to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports, trade talks involving Nets forward Andrei Kirilenko may be impractical for the foreseeable future due to a family issue that Kirilenko is dealing with.
According to the report, Kirilenko left the team during their west coast road trip to return to New York to deal with the issue, which could keep him in New York until January or February.
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Sixers Still Trying to Figure Out Their Rotations
Sixers head coach Brett Brown is still trying to figure out his rotations.
Sixers Use Analytics Even on Practice Court
If you looked at the Sixers shot chart last season you'd be very impressed by their offensive execution. You would be if you ignored that minor detail about whether or not the shot actually went in, at least.
Sixers Exercise Options for Three Players for 2015-2016 Season
The Sixers have exercised 2015-16 team options for Michael Carter-Williams, Tony Wroten, and Nerlens Noel
Bodner’s Buckets: What Will Make This Sixers Season a Success?
As the Sixers begin the 2014-15 NBA season tonight, season 2 of Sam Hinkie's reign, many are asking themselves what qualifies as a success.
The won/loss record is the most obvious metric, and one that many look to, if for no other reason than gambling purposes
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