Sixers Beat: a Philadelphia 76ers, NBA Podcast

The Sixers struggled down the stretch against Boston AGAIN. How much of that is because of Ben Simmons? And are they long term problems for the Butler/Embiid/Simmons core? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss.

The Philadelphia 76ers finally beat the (shorthanded) Toronto Raptors, and Elton Brand gave an update on Markelle Fultz and Zhaire Smith. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's Sixers Beat.

How does Joel Embiid and Jimmy Butler fit? Where does Ben Simmons work in the Sixers half-court offense? And what's with their recent struggles? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's Sixers Beat.

The 76ers got blown out once again by the Toronto Raptors. What is and what is not a problem? Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, along with the most recent Markelle Fultz update, in this week's Sixers Beat. Here is the medical description of thoracic outlet syndrome that was discussed on the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdZJu97Xv-w

The Philadelphia 76ers have won 8 of their last 9 games, led by the big 4 of Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, Jimmy Butler and J.J. Redick. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss their winning ways.

What does the future hold for Markelle Fultz? And what's up with the Sixers' shaky perimeter defense? Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that on the latest episode of The Sixers Beat.

Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss their initial impressions of Jimmy Butler and how he fits in with the Sixers' young core.

Was the Jimmy Butler trade a wise move for the Sixers to make? What are the risks? What is the upside? And what does this mean for Markelle Fultz's future with the team? Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia react to yesterday's big news.

Derek Bodner and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' blowout loss to the Brooklyn Nets, Ben Simmons and Markelle Fultz's reluctance to shoot, Dario Saric's disappearing act, and the recent execution of the team's defensive schemes.

What's going on with the Sixers' early season struggles? How much of it is related to their new, switch-heavy defensive scheme? And how long do you continue starting Markelle Fultz? Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and more, in this week's Sixers Beat.

Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss the Sixers' opening night loss to the Boston Celtics, the problems that continue to plague the Sixers against their biggest rival, and the struggles of Markelle Fultz.

What will it take for the Sixers to reach the NBA Finals? Derek Bodner, Rich Hofmann and Mike O'Connor of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, while guessing on some over/unders related to the team.

Markelle Fultz is back, and he's taking jump shots in game action. Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that and other preseason takeaways in this week's episode of The Sixers Beat.

What's going on at Sixers training camp? Is a Jimmy Butler trade possible? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss that, and give quick season previews for T.J. McConnell and Dario Saric.

The Philadelphia 76ers have promoted Elton Brand to be the team's general manager. What does that mean for the franchise going forward, and what does the power structure look like in the Sixers' front office? Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann of The Athletic Philadelphia discuss.