Adam Aaronson

Adam Aaronson covers the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Phillies for PhillyVoice. He studied journalism at Temple University.

January 2, 2026

Sixers

Friday film: VJ Edgecombe's clutch gene and more takeaways from the first four games of the Sixers' lengthy road trip

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers' longest road trip of the season has one game left. Before they take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, looking back at the first four games of the Sixers' swing.

January 1, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid probable for Sixers-Mavericks on Thursday; would be second time playing two games in three days

by Adam Aaronson

Joel Embiid suiting up on Thursday and handling the sort of workload he has taken on in appearances over the last few weeks would be a significant sign of progress.

January 1, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Paul George finally figuring out their fit as Sixers nab second straight win

by Adam Aaronson

For over a year, the Sixers' three players inked to max contracts have been discussing the importance of continuity for the sake of building a rhythm. Perhaps this is what they had in mind.

December 31, 2025

Sixers

Sixers power ranking roundup: Ending 2025 around the middle of the pack

by Adam Aaronson

One final Sixers power ranking roundup for 2025.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Instant observations: Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey carry the load for the Sixers, and VJ Edgecombe brings them home with overtime game-winner

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers have appeared hesitant to lean into their best offensive stuff this season. On Tuesday, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey took over as a tandem until it was time for VJ Edgecombe to have the final word.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Sixers' Tyrese Maxey ranks second in Eastern Conference in NBA All-Star Game voting with first batch of returns

by Adam Aaronson

Tyrese Maxey has made the NBA All-Star Game once before, but notching a starting spot would be a major accomplishment.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Joel Embiid questionable for Sixers-Grizzlies on Tuesday; updates provided on Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford

by Adam Aaronson

The latest on the Sixers injury front ahead of Tuesday's game, from Joel Embiid's new ailment to updates on Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford.

December 30, 2025

Sixers

Sixers mailbag: Cheap targets for the trade deadline and New Year's resolutions

by Adam Aaronson

Is there a way for the Sixers to duck the luxury tax and remain about as competitive as they are now for the remainder of the season? Which Sixers New Year's resolutions should be adopted? Answering those and more in the final mailbag of 2025.

December 29, 2025

Sixers

5 Sixers thoughts: Paul George's shot diet is still problematic, more after 0-2 start to longest road trip of the season

by Adam Aaronson

For the 52nd and final time in 2025, kicking off a week with a batch of Sixers notes – first examining Paul George's shot selection in his second season with the team.

December 28, 2025

Sixers

Sunday stats: Is Joel Embiid holding Tyrese Maxey back? What the numbers say about the latest Sixers debate

by Adam Aaronson

Diving into the latest statistical trends surrounding the 16-13 Sixers, including Tyrese Maxey's recent skid in combination with Joel Embiid's return to action.