Ahead of the Celtics’ opening game against the 76ers on Nov. 12, former Boston coach Ime Udoka urges Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown to set aside media‑fed rumors and focus on their partnership. Udoka, who led the duo to the 2024 championship, says the narrative of a rift is exaggerated. Former teammate Marcus Smart, now with the Rockets, echoes that press speculation created an unnecessary wedge. The article previews the matchup where Brown will be with Philadelphia, emphasizing the players’ need to communicate and ignore outside noise.
Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens publicly expressed his appreciation for Jaylen Brown shortly before the organization traded the All-NBA forward to the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Jaylen Brown reportedly sought greater recognition and a more prominent role within the Boston Celtics organization before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in July.
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Jaylen Brown’s trade to the Philadelphia 76ers is linked to a reported demand that Boston treat him as a franchise player. In a New York Times column, journalist Jay King cites league sources saying Brown, fresh off a 28.7‑point, Second‑Team All‑NBA season, wanted preferential status—even over Jayson Tatum—after the Celtics’ playoff exit. The wing, who played 71 games while Tatum missed most of the year with an Achilles injury, reportedly asked the front office for elite treatment on and off the court, prompting the blockbuster move. Brown now stars for the 76ers as Boston and Philly sit atop the Eastern Conference early in 2026‑27.
No one expected Dominick Barlow to be an easily expendable piece for the 76ers, but here we are.
Jaylen Brown has not spoken to Jayson Tatum since the Boston Celtics traded him to Philadelphia in July, and the former teammates have no plans to reconnect before Tuesday’s matchup.
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Byron Scott believes LeBron James needs the Philadelphia 76ers more than they need him, arguing that the team’s 9-2 start reflects a roster capable of contending without the veteran.
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LeBron James issued a reminder to reporters about the bigger picture after the Philadelphia 76ers' win over the Chicago Bulls.
LeBron James scored a season-high 22 points for the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, then discussed the team’s progress, Tyrese Maxey’s impact and his family’s safety.
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Nick Nurse praised Jabari Walker’s work on the offensive glass after the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 127-121 on Sunday, November 8.
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The Philadelphia 76ers outlasted the Chicago Bulls 127-121 to earn their best 11-game start at 9-2 on Sunday afternoon.
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LeBron James confirmed his family is safe after an alleged stalker was arrested outside his Brentwood home on Nov. 6, saying, “We’re still looking into everything.” The incident occurred while James was in Cleveland for a 119-95 loss to the Cavaliers. The next night, the 76ers faced the Bulls at the United Center, winning 127-121. James contributed 22 points on 8‑of‑16 shooting, and Joel Embiid added 18 points and 10 rebounds despite being listed as injured. Coach Nick Nurse’s squad improves to 9‑2, and James appears to be settling well in Philadelphia amid the off‑court drama.
Josh Giddey sparks the Chicago Bulls in a close 127-121 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, posting a 19‑point, 15‑assist double‑double despite a lingering wrist injury. Head coach Tiago Splitter hails the performance with a succinct “He was the Josh that we know,” underscoring Giddey’s return to form. The Bulls, now 1‑8, saw contributions from Matas Buzelis (19 points), Caleb Wilson (18), and Jalen Smith (17) as every player scored. The team heads into a home matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, Nov. 8.
Rookie Meleek Thomas is catching Cleveland’s eye after shooting 45% (18‑of‑40) from three‑point range and dropping 12 points against Philadelphia. While James Harden struggles at 15.7 points, 5.8 assists and a 36.6% field‑goal rate, the Cavs are weighing whether Thomas can evolve from a spot‑up shooter into a reliable playmaker alongside Donovan Mitchell. Coach Mack Perry suggests a gradual increase in possession time to test Thomas’s pick‑and‑roll reads and passing consistency, offering the team a potential backup ball‑handler without demanding a full Harden role.
The new-look Philadelphia 76ers don't always make it easy. But more often than not, they find a way to win.
LeBron James, now 41 and in his 24th season, becomes the NBA’s all‑time leading scorer against the Chicago Bulls after hitting a third‑quarter three‑pointer in the Philadelphia 76ers’ 68‑61 halftime lead on Nov. 8, 2026. The veteran, averaging 14.8 points, 7.4 rebounds and 6.9 assists as the 76ers sit 7‑1, posted 16 points (2‑for‑3 from deep) before the break, extending his 54‑36 career record versus Chicago. The milestone follows his debut 32‑point, 10‑assist performance against the Bulls in 2003 with the Cavaliers.
Former 76ers forward Georges Niang has already become a very serviceable role player for the Warriors this season.
The Philadelphia 76ers face the Chicago Bulls Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3:30 PM ET in a rematch after the 76ers’ 126‑107 win on Monday. The game airs on Chicago Sports Network and NBC Sports Philadelphia and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Philadelphia looks to bounce back from a 119‑95 loss to Cleveland, while the Bulls aim to avenge that defeat and a recent 135‑105 loss to the Knicks. Both teams seek to improve consistency and defense as the early‑season Eastern Conference battle heats up.
This year's 76ers team is so special that even Doc Rivers, who has a bitter ending with the franchise, cannot deny its potential.
Joel Embiid claims that the Philadelphia 76ers need to get him some "easy ones."
LeBron James has quickly developed a positive relationship with Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse, with their early conversations helping establish trust before the 2026-27 season.
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Joel Embiid's brutal shooting slump should probably start worrying the 76ers sooner than later.
Jaylen Brown tells the media he has no plans to reconnect with former teammate Jayson Tatum before their first head‑to‑head as opponents on Tuesday, when the Philadelphia 76ers (9‑2) face the Boston Celtics (7‑2). After Boston traded Brown to Philadelphia for Paul George and draft picks, the two have exchanged brief remarks but claim there’s “no beef.” Brown says he feels nothing personally and is simply ready to play, while Tatum downplays any drama. The matchup marks the first meeting of the duo since Boston’s 2024 championship run.
LeBron James addresses a recent stalking incident at his Brentwood, California home after a man was arrested on Friday night. Police responded to a possible burglary call at 9:39 p.m., apprehended the suspect and booked him on stalking charges, though details about the individual remain undisclosed. James was away in Cleveland for the Philadelphia 76ers’ 119‑95 loss to the Cavaliers and confirmed his family is safe while investigations continue. The incident, occurring amid James’s return to the 76ers, underscores his focus on family safety over on‑court performance.
The Philadelphia 76ers list seven-time All‑Star Joel Embiid as probable for Sunday’s showdown with the Chicago Bulls, despite a right‑foot plantar fascia issue lingering from last season. Embiid has missed two games early this year but is averaging 17.9 points, 9.6 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 32 minutes over eight outings, shooting 38.1% from the field. The team hopes to keep its starting lineup intact as it seeks its first win, while managing the star center’s health ahead of a roster reshaped by offseason additions like LeBron James and Jaylen Brown.