Adam Aaronson

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

January 27, 2026

Sixers

Sixers rookie VJ Edgecombe drafted by Vince Carter for 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge

by Adam Aaronson

VJ Edgecombe is the only member of the Sixers participating in the NBA's annual showcase of first- and second-year talent. He will be playing for an NBA legend in Los Angeles.

January 26, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Sixers begin back-to-back with brutal blowout bludgeoning

by Adam Aaronson

For several reasons, it was easy to imagine the Sixers losing on Monday in Charlotte. But no list of extenuating circumstances can excuse the beatdown they experienced.

January 26, 2026

Sixers

VJ Edgecombe will play in the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge; no other Sixers included in pool

by Adam Aaronson

VJ Edgecombe is officially headed to Los Angeles for his first All-Star weekend.

January 26, 2026

Sixers

5 Sixers thoughts: VJ Edgecombe and Kon Knueppel are having dazzling rookie seasons heading into second matchup

by Adam Aaronson

With the Sixers facing the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, all eyes will be on two of the most productive rookies in recent league history.

January 25, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, Paul George out for Sixers-Hornets on Monday in front end of back-to-back

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers flew to Charlotte a day early because of weather concerns. Who will they have available when they face the Hornets?

January 25, 2026

Sixers

Sunday stats: More from Sixers' loss to Knicks ahead of Charles Bassey's return

by Adam Aaronson

The first half of Sixers-Knicks on Saturday afternoon was the dream of Sixers fans. The second half was a nightmare they have experienced many times before.

January 24, 2026

Sixers

Report: Former Sixers second-round pick Charles Bassey returning to team on 10-day contract

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers needed to fill their vacant roster spot before Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets in order to keep using two-way standouts Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker. They have found a temporary fill-in.

January 24, 2026

Sixers

Instant observations: Joel Embiid shines, Sixers crater in brutal loss to Knicks

by Adam Aaronson

Joel Embiid's tremendous first half led the Sixers to a lead at intermission. Then disaster ensued for the Sixers, on the floor and in the stands.

January 23, 2026

Sixers

Friday film: How Joel Embiid and an optimized version of the Sixers overcame the Houston Rockets and a blown call

by Adam Aaronson

The Sixers notched one of their most emotional victories of the season on Thursday night. It might have meant more to Joel Embiid than anyone else, but it was far from a one-person effort.

January 23, 2026

Sixers

Joel Embiid, Paul George probable for Sixers-Knicks on Saturday

by Adam Aaronson

Joel Embiid logged a season-high 40-plus minutes on Thursday night... and then played another five minutes to help the Sixers seal an overtime victory.