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Planet 76 is your source for all things Philadelphia 76ers! Weekly episode breaking down previous action & looking ahead to what is upcoming. 5-minute recap episodes posted at the conclusion of every Sixers playoff game.
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Playoff Elimination Reaction

Planet 76May 07, 2024

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Playoff Elimination Reaction

Playoff Elimination Reaction

- What went wrong against the Knicks

- Thoughts on Nick Nurse's 1st playoff series as head coach of the 76ers

- Tobias Harris scores 0 in Game 6 - Should the Sixers go after Paul George?

- Will Daryl look to build around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey or will he seek to acquire a 3rd star to join them?

May 07, 202440:01
Sixers fall to Knicks (game 6 recap)

Sixers fall to Knicks (game 6 recap)

- Planet 76 5 minute recap of Round 1, Game 6 between the 76ers & Knicks

- Sixers season ends in a 118-115 loss to the New York Knicks

- Joel Embiid scores 39 | Brunson 41 and a big 4th quarter

- Tobias Harris 0 points

- Sixers just couldn't pull it out, lose another close one as comeback falls short

- Planet 76 5 minute recap series : recaps following each 76ers playoff game brought to you by Planet 76

May 03, 202409:58
Sixers in 7

Sixers in 7

- Planet 76 5 minute recap of Round 1, Game 5 between the 76ers & Knicks

- WE'RE NOT DEAD YET

- Sixers defeat the Knicks 112-106 in OT

- Sixers trailed by 6 with just 28 seconds remaining in regulation, then Tyrese Maxey took over

- Jalen Brunson scores 40

- Embiid collects triple double, but struggles shooting, and turns it over 9 times

- Game 6 is set for Thursday night, 9PM ET

- Planet 76 5 minute recap series : recaps following each 76ers playoff game brought to you by Planet 76

May 01, 202416:07
Sixers are in trouble

Sixers are in trouble

- Sixers take game 3 but drop game 4 at home

- Knicks take a commanding 3-1 series lead

- Jalen Brunson goes off

- Sixers offensive and defensive struggles late in game 4

- Looking ahead to a must-win Game 5

Game 5: Tuesday, April 30, 7PM

Game 6: Thursday, May 2 @ HOME (if necessary)

Game 7: Saturday, May 4 (if necessary)

Apr 29, 202429:54
Sixers forget how to play basketball late 4th quarter (game 4 recap)

Sixers forget how to play basketball late 4th quarter (game 4 recap)

- Planet 76 5 minute recap of Round 1, Game 4 between the 76ers & Knicks

- Sixers forget how to play basketball in the final minutes of the 4th quarter and fall to the Knicks 97-92

- Sixers ended the game missing 11 consecutive shots

- Knicks collect 15 offensive rebounds

- Jalen Brunson goes off for 47 and 10 assists

- Is the series over?

- Game 5 is set for Tuesday night, Time: TBD

- Planet 76 5 minute recap series : recaps following each 76ers playoff game brought to you by Planet 76

Apr 28, 202410:21
Sixers Win Game 3 behind 50 from Joel Embiid (game 3 recap)

Sixers Win Game 3 behind 50 from Joel Embiid (game 3 recap)

- Sixers pick up the big win over the Knicks to make the series 2-1

- Joel Embiid goes for 50 points, 13-19 FG, 5-7 3PT, 19-21 FT

- Cam Payne provides a spark off the bench

- Tyrese Maxey continues to play well

- Both Jalen Brunson & OG Anunoby have their best game of the series, but Sixers still get the W

- Preview of Game 4 including keys to watch for moving forward in the series

- Game 4 is set for Sunday afternoon, 1PM ET

Apr 26, 202413:03
Anarchy in the Garden

Anarchy in the Garden

- Sixers fall to the Knicks in heartbreaking fashion, go down 2-0

- How will the Sixers respond?

- Reason for Optimism?

- Tyrese Maxey has been sensational

- Joel Embiid injury concerns - Role Players have not played well

- Game 3 Preview : What adjustments need to be made

Series Schedule

Game 3: Thursday, 7:30PM TNT @ HOME

Game 4: Sunday, 1:00PM ABC @ HOME

Game 5: Tuesday, April 30

Game 6: Thursday, May 2 @ HOME

Game 7: Saturday, May 4

Apr 23, 202439:50
game 2 recap (heartbreak)

game 2 recap (heartbreak)

- Planet 76 5 minute recap of Round 1, Game 2 between the 76ers & Knicks

- Sixers lose 104-101, absolute heartbreak

- Game 3 is set for Thursday night, April 25th - Planet 76 5 minute recap series : recaps following each 76ers playoff game brought to you by Planet 76

Apr 23, 202410:30
game 1 recap (Sixers fall at MSG)

game 1 recap (Sixers fall at MSG)

- Planet 76 5 minute recap of Round 1, Game 1 between the 76ers & Knicks

- In a back-and-forth entertaining game, Sixers can't get past the Knicks who knocked down 16 3-point shots

- Deuce McBride & Josh Hart shine as Jalen Brunson struggled shooting

- Tyrese Maxey scores 33 | Joel Embiid 29 (and a knee injury scare in the 2nd Quarter, though he did return)

- Sixers allowed the Knicks 23 offensive rebounds

- Game 2 is set for Monday nigh, April 22nd

- Planet 76 5 minute recap series : quick recaps following each 76ers playoff game brought to you by Planet 76

Apr 21, 202405:09
Pat Gallen joins the show

Pat Gallen joins the show

- CBS3 - Pat Gallen joins the show!

- Pat discusses the sports industry, his journey to CBS3 as an Emmy Winning sports reporter, and, of course, the Sixers upcoming playoff matchup against the Knicks

Apr 20, 202427:56
Sixers vs Knicks (Round 1 Preview & Sixers-Heat Recap)

Sixers vs Knicks (Round 1 Preview & Sixers-Heat Recap)

- Sixers beat the Heat thanks to Nico Batum?!

- 105-104 Sixers over Miami to set up a 1st round matchup with the (2) New York Knicks

- How the Sixers beat the Heat with Embiid/Maxey not at their best - Round 1 Preview including series predictions

- Thoughts on the New York Knicks and Jalen Brunson

- Concerns that the Knicks present

- How the Sixers can beat the Knicks

- Planet 76 - 5 minute recaps following every 76ers playoff game Series Schedule

Game 1: Saturday 6PM ESPN


Game 2: Monday, 7:30PM TNT

Game 3: Thursday, 7:30PM TNT @ HOME

Game 4: Sunday, 1:00PM ABC @ HOME

Game 5: Tuesday, April 30

Game 6: Thursday, May 2 @ HOME

Game 7: Saturday, May 4

Apr 18, 202440:14
Play-In Preview (Sixers vs Heat)

Play-In Preview (Sixers vs Heat)

- Sixers vs Heat 7/8 Play-In Game - Keys to Victory for the Sixers - Why winning the 7/8 game is important this year than any year before - Significance of Joel Embiid's return & health - How to stop the Miami Heat - Thoughts on future potential playoff matchups

Apr 15, 202430:29
Sixers beat the Magic | Updated Eastern Conference Standings

Sixers beat the Magic | Updated Eastern Conference Standings

- Sixers pick up the win over the Orlando Magic

- Magic, Pacers, Sixers are all 46-35 with 1 game to go

- How can the Sixers avoid the Play-In Tournament? - Joel Embiid injury scare

- Sixers are getting hot at the right time, winning 7 straight, looking to make it 8 in a row on Sunday at home against Brooklyn

- Also on Sunday, Pacers host the Hawks | Magic host the Bucks

Apr 13, 202412:59
Fear The 76ers

Fear The 76ers

- Sixers win 6 straight, are they getting hot at the right time?- the difference Joel Embiid makes for this team goes beyond his own numbers

- What needs to happen for the Sixers to avoid the Play-In?

- Thoughts on a potential play-in matchup with the Miami Heat

- 80 games down, 2 to go

- De'Anthony Melton returns

Apr 10, 202423:51
Sixers beat the Heat

Sixers beat the Heat

- Sixers pick up massive win over the Miami Heat

- Joel Embiid & Tyrese Maxey show why they are an elite duo

- Can the Sixers reach the 6-seed and avoid the play-in?

- Sixers/Heat recap & Preview of the upcoming schedule

Apr 05, 202414:33
the best player in the NBA is back

the best player in the NBA is back

- Joel Embiid returns to action after being sidelined for 2 months

- Sixers pick up a big win over the Oklahoma City Thunder

- Why the Sixers matchup with Miami on Thursday (04/04) is a massive game

- Eastern Conference Standings

- Best case scenario for the Sixers is the 6th seed, can they get there?

Apr 03, 202424:10
Couch Potato Sixers Fans

Couch Potato Sixers Fans

- Sixers lose a heartbreaker at home against the Clippers

- Nick Nurse & Kelly Oubre Jr. were not happy....

- recap of the Sixers west coast road trip

- eastern conference standings

Mar 28, 202407:23
14 games to go, how many do the Sixers need to win?

14 games to go, how many do the Sixers need to win?

- Sixers win an important one at home over the Miami Heat

- Sixers currently sit at the 6th seed in the East....how can they avoid the play-in?

- Preview of the upcoming road trip

- 14 games to go, how many do the Sixers need to win?

Mar 19, 202417:27
Sixers 79, Knicks 73, Planet 76

Sixers 79, Knicks 73, Planet 76

- Sixers snap losing streak with a 79-73 win over the Knicks

- first time in 8 years that an NBA game has ended with both teams below 80 points

- fewest points allowed by the Sixers in 7 years

- what this win means for the Sixers ahead of a rematch on Tuesday

- updated eastern conference standings

Mar 11, 202408:03
Sixers continue to struggle

Sixers continue to struggle

- Sixers fall to Brooklyn on the road & Memphis at home

- Tyrese Maxey misses both games with a mild concussion

- blown leads in the 4th quarter

- what is the best case scenario for the Sixers in the playoffs assuming a Joel Embiid return? - preview of the upcoming schedule

Mar 07, 202425:03
Could the Sixers fall to the Play-In Tournament?

Could the Sixers fall to the Play-In Tournament?

- Sixers fall to Celtics, Bucks - Beat Cavaliers

- Joel Embiid could return to basketball activities in late March?

- How can the Sixers avoid the play-in tournament

- Getting honest about Tobias Harris

- What Sixers benefit most from a potential Embiid return?

- Ricky Council IV is legit

- Lots of questions, not as many answers

Feb 28, 202438:37
Sixers are back and so are we

Sixers are back and so are we

- Sixers return from the all-star break with a loss at home to the New York Knicks

- Sixers fall to 32-23, after once being 29-13... Troy & Michael voice their concerns

- We can all agree, if the Sixers want to make any noise in the playoffs, they need Joel Embiid

- Kyle Lowry plays well in Sixer debut

- Glance at the eastern conference standings

- Could the Sixers fall to the Play-In Tournament? - Jaylen Brown's performance in the dunk contest

Feb 23, 202428:26
Sixers trade deadline reactions

Sixers trade deadline reactions

- Exciting, Confusing, Sad, Mind-Blown... all the emotions of the Sixers trade deadline

- Out goes Marcus Morris, Furkan Korkmaz, PatBev, Danuel House, Jaden Springer

- Incoming: Buddy Hield, Cam Payne

- our thoughts on the deals- why are Sixers fans so upset

- attempting to justify some of the decisions

Feb 09, 202437:34
The Seven Sixers Return

The Seven Sixers Return

- Good News

- Bad News

- Ugly News

- Talking all things Sixers including the latest on Joel Embiid's injury & how the Sixers can weather the storm

Feb 05, 202426:17
Good News & Bad News

Good News & Bad News

- Tyrese Maxey goes for 51 in win over Utah Jazz

- Joel Embiid has a meniscus injury, updates to come in the coming days

- Sixers role players stepping up

- Sixers end their 4-game losing streak, secure a win on the road

- Tobias Harris, PatBev, Mo Bamba, Jaden Springer appreciation

Feb 02, 202407:18
The Losing Streak Continues

The Losing Streak Continues

- Sixers continue to struggle on the road, now losers of 4 straight

- Joel Embiid is not healthy, and shouldn't have played against Golden State

- Bench players stepping up, but not enough to get some wins

- Sixers falling in eastern conference standings

Jan 31, 202409:22
Joel Embiid scores 70 in record-breaking performance

Joel Embiid scores 70 in record-breaking performance

- Joel Embiid sets a Sixers franchise record with 70 points in the 133-123 win over the San Antonio Spurs

- Breaking down of the historic night for Joel Embiid

- What exactly did Joel Embiid accomplish with his performance?

- A deeper look into Joel Embiid's run over the last two months

Jan 23, 202423:29
76ers defeat the reigning champs

76ers defeat the reigning champs

- Sixers 126-121 over the Denver Nuggets - Sixers beat the Nuggets behind a 41-point performance from Joel Embiid

- Tyrese Maxey & Tobias Harris shine in the win

- Glance at the Upcoming Schedule

Jan 17, 202420:01
Playing Catch Up

Playing Catch Up

01.14.24 | Episode 126 | Planet 76 | Philadelphia 76ers Podcast

Jan 14, 202414:04
What's Wrong with the Sixers?

What's Wrong with the Sixers?

What’s wrong with the Sixers?

Sixers fall to 23-13

3 straight Losses - Knicks, Jazz, Hawks

A couple bright spots (role players who have stepped up)


Embiid continues to miss games - looking less and less likely he will be eligible for postseason awards with the new rule (65 games played to be eligible)


Potential trade targets?

Deadline February 8


vs Kings Friday 7:30

vs Rockets Monday 1:30

vs Nuggets Tuesday 7:30 TNT

Jan 12, 202416:29
2 reasons for the Sixers back-to-back losses at home

2 reasons for the Sixers back-to-back losses at home

- tough weekend for the Sixers as they drop back-to-back games at home

- what went wrong for the Sixers resulting in the losses to the Knicks and Jazz?

Jan 08, 202407:14
OG Anunoby is a Sixer?

OG Anunoby is a Sixer?

- Sixers improve to 20-8

- Joel drops 51 on the Timberwolves

- Harris 33, Maxey 33, Embiid 31 on the Raptors

- Should the Sixers pursue OG Anunoby?

- Preview of the Sixers Christmas Day matchup with the Miami Heat

Dec 23, 202322:14
standing on business...for the most part

standing on business...for the most part

- Sixers winning games in historically dominant fashion

- Sixers drop one at home to the Chicago Bulls to end 6-game win streak

- Embiid's greatness continues... averaging 40 points per game for the month of December

- Embiid's last 7 scoring totals : 50, 38, 34, 41, 35, 42, 40

- Sixers continue to show they have a lot of depth

- Should the Sixers trade their depth for a star player?

- Preview of the Sixers upcoming schedule

Dec 19, 202321:13
The Washington Wizards are Peak Comedy

The Washington Wizards are Peak Comedy

- Sixers destroy the Washington Wizards 146-101

- Improve to 15-7 - 20 made threes from the Sixers

- do the Sixers have too much depth?

- upcoming schedule

Dec 12, 202306:51
Recap from the Couch (Sixers lose in Boston)

Recap from the Couch (Sixers lose in Boston)

- Sixers fall to Celtics by a score of 125-119 in Boston

- Maxey and Embiid both missed the game but Sixers able to keep it close, fall just short

- Pat Bev with his best game as a Sixer with 26, 8 rebounds, 7 assists-

What other role players stepped up to make this a competitive game

Dec 02, 202306:49
76ers dethrone King James

76ers dethrone King James

- 76ers hand LeBron James the largest margin of defeat in his NBA career in 138-94 victory

- In-Season Tournament loss to Cavs and losing to the Timberwolves

- Sixers bounce back with win in Oklahoma City

- Marcus Morris, Nic Batum & Pat Bev make some noise for the Sixers

- Who stays, who goes? Sixers role players

- Preview of upcoming matchups including on the road against the Celtics on Friday night

Nov 28, 202322:09
Sixers beat Hawks in Atlanta

Sixers beat Hawks in Atlanta

- Sixers right the ship in Atlanta after 2 straight losses at home

- Tobias Harris scores 29 and collects 10 rebounds

- Joel Embiid finishes with 32 pts 8 Asts 7 Rebs

- Danuel House Jr. scores 14 off the bench

- Checking in on the In-Season Tournament standings

- Preview of upcoming schedule

Nov 18, 202316:35
Al Horford is a Time Traveler

Al Horford is a Time Traveler

- Sixers drop two in a row at home in back-to-back nights

- Sixers fall in In-Season Tournament matchup with Pacers

- Celtics beat Sixers on Wednesday night

- In-Season Tournament play resumes on Friday as Sixers travel to Atlanta

Nov 16, 202310:21
Tyrese Maxey scores 50

Tyrese Maxey scores 50

- Thoughts and prayer out to Kelly Oubre Jr. - Tyrese Maxey scores a career-high 50 points in 76ers victory over the Indiana Pacers - Sixers improve to 8-1 - Joel Embiid scored 37, collected 13 boards, dished out 7 assists - Sixers in-season tournament victory over the Pacers

Nov 13, 202309:24
76ers In-Season Tournament Preview

76ers In-Season Tournament Preview

- Are you confused about the NBA In-Season Tournament? Trying to figure out what it all means & how you can cheer on your 76ers? We have you covered on Planet 76 with all that you need to know for the In-Season Tournament

- Group play for the Sixers begins in Detroit on Friday, November 10th

- Sixers are in Eastern Conference Group A alongside Detroit, Indiana, Atlanta, and Cleveland

- Knockout Rounds begin in early December


Nov 10, 202311:09
Sixers beat Celtics | Improve to 6-1 | Tyrese Maxey Glass Cleaner

Sixers beat Celtics | Improve to 6-1 | Tyrese Maxey Glass Cleaner

- 76ers beat Celtics 106-103 - Sixers improve to 6-1 on the season (1st in Eastern Conference) - Sixers defense steps up - What we've learned about the Sixers so far - The Nick Nurse factor - Sixers rotation and depth

Nov 09, 202316:46
Joel Embiid scores 29 in one quarter | Sixers beat Wizards

Joel Embiid scores 29 in one quarter | Sixers beat Wizards

- Joel Embiid sets a 76ers recored with 29 points in the 3rd quarter

- Embiid scored 48 on the night with 11 rebounds, 6 assists

- Tyrese Maxey records his 2nd-straight game of 10+ assists


- Kelly Oubre Jr. and Tobias Harris continue to impress - Looking ahead to the matchup of 5-1 teams as the Celtics visit the Sixers on Wednesday

- Looking ahead to the Sixers in-season tournament debut at Detroit on Friday

- Keys to the Sixers 5-game win streak

- Sixers depth and versatility

Nov 07, 202325:47
Furkan's Return (Sixers beat Raptors)

Furkan's Return (Sixers beat Raptors)

- Sixers beat the Toronto Raptors 114-99 to improve to 3-1

- Joel Embiid puts up 28 pts, 13 rebs, 7 asts

- Tobias Harris scores 23

- Kelly Oubre Jr. scores 23 on 5-6 from downtown

- Furkan Korkmaz gets his first significant action of the season and scores 10 points off the bench to provide a spark for the Sixers


Nov 03, 202313:28
Sixers trade James Harden to LA Clippers

Sixers trade James Harden to LA Clippers

The Trade

  • LA Clippers Receive : James Harden, PJ Tucker, Filip Petrusev


  • 76ers Receive : Marcus Morris, Nic Batum, Robert Covington, KJ Martin
  • Unprotected 2028 1st RD pick, 2 second round picks, 1st RD pick from Thunder, 1st RD pick swap with Clippers

- Saying Goodbye to James Harden and PJ Tucker

- Recap of Sixers first three games

@ Milwaukee L 118-117

@ Toronto W 114-107

vs Portland W 126-98




Nov 01, 202329:58
Oubre Jr. shines in Sixers debut | Sixers fall to Bucks

Oubre Jr. shines in Sixers debut | Sixers fall to Bucks

Episode 110

Sixers fall 118-117 to Milwaukee Bucks in season opener


Kelly Oubre Jr. shines in Sixers debut

27 points | 9-11 FG | 5-6 3PT | 4-4 FT | 32 minutes | +14 (team high)

Tyrese Maxey finishes with 31 points

Joel Embiid pours in 24 points

Tobias Harris 20 points on 8-9 and 3 of 3 from beyond the arc

Damian Lillard finishes with 39 in team debut

Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 23 and collects 13 boards



Toronto Saturday night 7:30

Oct 27, 202305:58
Wheels Up to Milwaukee (Sixers early season preview)

Wheels Up to Milwaukee (Sixers early season preview)

- Sixers open the season in Milwaukee vs Giannis, Lillard, and Bucks - Nick Nurse returns to Toronto in game 2 of the season on Saturday - Sixers host Trailblazers in home opener on Sunday - All the latest on James Harden's situation - our early season expectations - our early season questions


Oct 25, 202325:16
The Joel Embiid Episode

The Joel Embiid Episode

- Reigning NBA MVP Joel Embiid gears up for another monster season - Impact of Nick Nurse on Joel Embiid - Looking for Embiid to dominate on defense - Can the 2x scoring champ make it 3 in a row? - Joel Embiid's top ten single game performances of his career

Oct 19, 202338:49
Sixers Player Profiles

Sixers Player Profiles

- Episode 107

Breaking down 10 players on the current Sixers Roster

In this Episode:

- Tyrese Maxey

- Joel Embiid

- James Harden

- Tobias Harris

- Paul Reed

- PJ Tucker

- Kelly Oubre Jr.

- Mo Bamba

- Patrick Beverley

- De'Anthony Melton

Oct 11, 202333:24
Media Day Madness

Media Day Madness

- James Harden is a no-show on Media Day (as expected)

- Thoughts on the Sixers picking up Kelly Oubre Jr.

- Vibes surrounding Sixers media day

- Our thoughts on where the Sixers are as we are just over 3 weeks away from the NBA Season tipping off

- Impact of Damian Lillard to Milwaukee on the Sixers and rest of Eastern Conference

- Impact of Jrue Holiday to the Celtics

- Is Tyrese Maxey an All-Star this season?

- Concerns over the Sixers current roster and rotation

Oct 03, 202335:04
Cautiously Optimistic

Cautiously Optimistic

-ep105

- exactly 6 weeks away from the start of the Sixers season

- On this episode we talk all things Nick Nurse

- What will Nurse's rotations look like with this team?

- Will Joel Embiid and Paul Reed really play together?

- Why we are cautiously optimistic with Nick Nurse as the Head Coach

- Is Tyrese Maxey poised for another big leap in his game?

Sep 15, 202333:21