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Brand hasn't spoken to Dunleavy since Clips' split
Elton Brand loved LA, but still left for Philadelphia this past summer. Now he's getting set for his first rematch with his former team.

Jefferson helps Wolves end 8-game skid (AP)

It's been three long weeks since the Minnesota Timberwolves last won a basketball game. "It seems like 1,000 years," forward Craig Smith said. Not anymore, thanks to Smith's superb effort off the bench and Al Jefferson's refusal to let his Timberwolves collapse in the fourth quarter again. Jefferson scored six of his 25 points in the final 3 1/2 minutes to lift Minnesota to a 102-96 victory over the...

76ers win third straight, rip Thunder (AP)

Thaddeus Young scored 23 points, Elton Brand and Andre Iguodala added 15 apiece, and the Philadelphia 76ers cruised past the struggling Oklahoma City Thunder, 110-85 on Saturday. Samuel Dalembert contributed 13 points and 16 rebounds for the Sixers, who won their third straight game to even their record at 5-5.

76ers rally from 26 down to beat Pacers (AP)

Thaddeus Young had 25 points and 10 rebounds and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 26-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 94-92 on Friday night. Andre Miller added 19 points, Elton Brand had 14 points and 15 rebounds, and Andre Iguodala finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds for the 76ers (4-5).

Brand scores 25 as 76ers end 3-game skid (AP)

Elton Brand scored a season-high 25 points, Andre Miller and Andre Iguodala each had 18, and the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Raptors 106-96 on Wednesday night. Willie Green scored 17 points and Marreese Speights had 12 for the 76ers, who won for the first time in four road games this season.

Williams' season debut helps Jazz win (AP)

The Utah Jazz played really well without star point guard Deron Williams, winning five of their first six games. They're thrilled to have him back. Williams played for the first time this season to lead the Utah Jazz past the Philadelphia 76ers 93-80 on Tuesday night. He had seven points and nine assists after missing the first six games because of a sprained left ankle he suffered in a preseason...

Magic beat 76ers for third straight win (AP)
Hedo Turkoglu and Rashard Lewis scored 20 points apiece and the Orlando Magic overcame Dwight Howard's foul trouble to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 98-88 on Thursday night. With All-Star center Howard limited to only four minutes in the first half, the Magic got strong performances from Tony Battie and Lewis, who picked up the rebounding slack as Orlando won its third straight game.

Wade, Chalmers lead Heat over Sixers (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 29 points, Mario Chalmers set a franchise record with nine steals, and the Miami Heat scored 12 straight points in the fourth quarter to pull away and beat the Philadelphia 76ers 106-83 on Wednesday night. Wade added seven rebounds and six assists. The Heat forced 26 turnovers -- matching the most in the NBA this season -- and moved to 2-0 at home for the first time since 2004.

Iverson ready to lead Pistons to title (AP)
The Detroit Pistons almost acquired Allen Iverson from Philadelphia entering the 2000-01 season. Then, they watched Iverson lead the 76ers to the NBA finals and become the league MVP. Eight years later, Detroit is hoping The Answer was worth the wait. Iverson does, too. "I want to be the piece that gets us over the hump," he said Tuesday at a packed news conference, where the Pistons unveiled...

76ers keep Kings winless, 125-91 (AP)
The solution to the Philadelphia 76ers' 3-point shooting woes might be at the end of their bench. Kareem Rush and Donyell Marshall have to hope the way they almost flawlessly buried all those open looks earns them a second look at a bigger role in the rotation. Thaddeus Young scored 18 points, Lou Williams had 17 and the 76ers led by as many as 40 points in a 125-91 rout of the winless Sacramento...

Hawks rally from 23 down, beat 76ers (AP)
Coming off their first playoff appearance in nine years, the Atlanta Hawks have started the new season like they have every intention of making it again. Joe Johnson scored 35 points, including a long 3-pointer that clinched it with 11 seconds remaining, and the Hawks rallied from a 23-point deficit to stun the Philadelphia 76ers 95-88 Saturday night.

Brand, Miller help 76ers rout Knicks (AP)
Despite the offensive outburst, it was the Philadelphia 76ers' defense that really pleased coach Maurice Cheeks on Friday night. "That game was won based on our defense," Cheeks said of Philadelphia's 116-87 win over the New York Knicks. "We set the tone early on defense and scored off their misses." Elton Brand had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Andre Miller added 20 points and eight assists and...

Knicks place Marbury on inactive list
New York Knicks guard Stephon Marbury was placed on the inactive list before Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Marbury, a former All-Star reportedly scheduled to earn $21.9 million this season, did not play in the Knicks' 120-115 season-opening win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni and Marbury met Friday and Marbury asked the coach if he was going to play.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/438557866" height="1" width="1"/

Knicks put former All-Star Marbury on inactive list
New York Knicks guard Stephon Marbury was placed on the inactive list before Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Bosh outplays Brand as Raptors top 76ers (AP)
Chris Bosh just about single-handedly carried the Toronto Raptors into the playoffs last season. Now he has a much-improved supporting cast. Bosh had 27 points and 11 rebounds to help the Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 95-84 on Wednesday night in the opener for both teams. Jermaine O'Neal added 17 and Jason Kapono had 15 for the Raptors, who finished 41-41 last season.

Brand's addition has 76ers thinking big (AP)

There were days in Philly when Maurice Cheeks and the 76ers were the talk of the town. Those years with Julius Erving, Bobby Jones, Moses Malone in the early 1980s saw the Sixers routinely expected to contend -- and even win -- the NBA Finals. When the Sixers finally broke through and claimed the title in 1983, Cheeks punctuated the clincher with a dunk in the final seconds.

Sixers hit 14 3-pointers, defeat Nets (AP)

Lou Williams scored 18 points and hit five of the Philadelphia 76ers' 14 3-pointers in a 118-100 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night. Rookie Marreese Speights also had 18 points and Thaddeus Young added 16 as the 76ers finished the preseason with a 4-3 record. They will open the regular season at home next Wednesday against Toronto.

Cavs rally for first preseason win (AP)

Delonte West was tired yet satisfied after the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their first preseason victory, 100-93 over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. West scored six of his team-high 17 points down the stretch as the Cavaliers, trailing 91-80 with 4:14 left, finished the game on a 20-2 run.

76ers spoil D'Antoni's home debut (AP)

Andre Miller scored 22 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers spoiled Mike D'Antoni's first preseason home game at Madison Square Garden with a 116-109 victory over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night. Andre Iguodala added 18 points and Thaddeus Young had 16 for the 76ers in the second meeting between the Atlantic Division rivals in five nights.

76ers pick up options on Young, Smith contracts
The Philadelphia 76ers picked up the third-year options on the contracts of Jason Smith and forward Thaddeus Young on Monday. Young, the 12th overall pick in the 2007 draft, averaged 8.2 points and 4.2 rebounds in 74 games last season. Smith, a 7-foot center, averaged 4.5 points in 76 games last season, but was expected to miss all of this season with a torn ACL.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/420171021" height="1" width="1"/

76ers pick up third-year options on Young, Smith
The Philadelphia 76ers picked up the third-year options on the contracts of Jason Smith and forward Thaddeus Young on Monday.

76ers pick up options on Young, Smith (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers picked up the third-year options on the contracts of Jason Smith and forward Thaddeus Young on Monday. Young, the 12th overall pick in the 2007 draft, averaged 8.2 points and 4.2 rebounds in 74 games last season. Smith, a 7-foot center, averaged 4.5 points in 76 games last season, but was expected to miss all of this season with a torn ACL.

Celtics lose preseason opener to 76ers (AP)

Lou Williams scored 27 points and Thaddeus Young added 21 to help the Philadelphia 76ers beat the NBA champion Boston Celtics 98-92 on Wednesday night in the exhibition opener for both teams. Williams was 7-of-12 from the field and 12-of-13 from the line. Leon Powe led the Celtics with 12 points and Tony Allen had 11.

Personal matter to keep Rivers from Celts tonight
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers was not with the team for its exhibition opener against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night so he could return to his home in Orlando, Fla., for a personal matter.

Brand new start: 76ers look to contend (AP)
Elton Brand's face is plastered around Philadelphia, from print and Web ads to billboards to the side of busses where he smiles at drivers while they're stuck in rush hour traffic. It's hard to travel around the city and not be struck by the welcoming image of the 76ers' $80 million blockbuster free-agent acquisition.

Sixers' Smith has surgery to repair torn ACL
Philadelphia 76ers center Jason Smith underwent reconstructive surgery on his left knee in New York on Wednesday to repair an injury sustained early last month.

76ers C Smith has left knee surgery (AP)
Philadelphia 76ers center Jason Smith underwent reconstructive surgery on his left knee in New York on Wednesday to repair an injury sustained early last month. Smith tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee while doing drills in Las Vegas on Aug. 6. No timetable has been set for his return.

76ers, Cheeks agree on terms of contract extension
Philadelphia 76ers coach Maurice Cheeks on Tuesday agreed to another contract extension following a season in which his team made the playoffs. He agreed to a one-year contract extension in February that took him through the upcoming season. The latest extension was announced by team president Ed Stefanski, although terms were not disclosed. Cheeks has been the 76ers' coach since 2005. Since coming to Philadelphia, Cheeks has a 113-133 record.

Report: Donyell persuades Sixers to sign him
Forward Donyell Marshall, who was waived by the Oklahoma City franchise last month, apparently will bounce back with the Philadelphia 76ers for a 15th NBA season.

Sixers sign sharpshooting forward Marshall
Donyell Marshall and the Philadelphia 76ers agreed to a one-year contract on Tuesday, the latest free-agent to join a team poised to make a run in the Eastern Conference. The 6-foot-9 Marshall averaged 11.4 points and 6.8 rebounds in 11 seasons and tied the NBA record for 3-pointers in a game with 12 against the Sixers in 2005. "Donyell Marshall has proven time and time again his value as a player in this league," 76ers president Ed Stefanski said.

Sixers, F Marshall agree to 1-year deal (AP)
Donyell Marshall and the Philadelphia 76ers agreed to a one-year contract on Tuesday, the latest free-agent to join a team poised to make a run in the Eastern Conference. The 6-foot-9 Marshall averaged 11.4 points and 6.8 rebounds in 11 seasons and tied the NBA record for 3-pointers in a game with 12 against the Sixers in 2005.

Former Sixer Ratliff returns to Philly
Theo Ratliff returned to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, seven years after he was traded from the team during its run to the NBA Finals. The 35-year-old Ratliff played 26 games for Minnesota and Detroit and appeared in 12 of the Pistons' 17 playoff games. Terms of Ratliff's deal with the Sixers weren't disclosed. "We're very fortunate to sign a player of Theo's caliber," general manager Ed Stefanski said.

Depth charge: Ratliff returns to fold in Philadelphia
Theo Ratliff returned to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, seven years after he was traded from the team during its run to the NBA Finals.

Ratliff returns to Sixers 7 years later (AP)
Theo Ratliff returned to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, seven years after he was traded from the team during its run to the NBA Finals. The 35-year-old Ratliff played 26 games for Minnesota and Detroit and appeared in 12 of the Pistons' 17 playoff games. Terms of Ratliff's deal with the Sixers weren't disclosed.

Iguodala, Sixers pleased with six-year extension
Andre Iguodala, who helped the Philadelphia 76ers reach the playoffs for the first time in three years, was rewarded Monday with the official announcement of a six-year contract worth a reported $80 million.

Iguodala re-signs with Sixers for six years
The Philadelphia 76ers re-signed Andre Iguodala on Sunday, giving the forward a six-year contract worth a reported $80 million. Iguodala, who was a restricted free agent, helped the 76ers reach the playoffs for the first time in three years. An official announcement is expected Monday. Iguodala averaged 19.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 2.1 steals in 82 games last season. He struggled in the playoffs against Detroit, averaging 13.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.0 assists.

Forward Iguodala signs six-year deal with Sixers
The Philadelphia 76ers re-signed Andre Iguodala on Sunday, giving the forward a six-year contract worth a reported $80 million.

Sources: 76ers, Iguodala agree to multiyear deal
The Philadelphia 76ers and restricted free agent Andre Iguodala have agreed to a six-year, $80 million contract, league sources told ESPN.com.

76ers lose summer league star to torn ACL
Philadelphia 76ers center Jason Smith sustained a knee injury that could cause him to miss a significant portion of the upcoming season. Smith, a second-year player out of Colorado State, tore the ACL in his left knee Wednesday during what the team called "normal basketball activity." Smith averaged 4.5 points and 3.5 rebounds as a rookie. In the Las Vegas summer league, he averaged 18.6 points and 8.0 rebounds in five games for the 76ers.

76ers center Smith tears ACL; season in question
Philadelphia 76ers center Jason Smith sustained a knee injury that could cause him to miss a significant portion of the upcoming season.

Sixers C Jason Smith suffers torn ACL (AP)
Philadelphia 76ers center Jason Smith sustained a knee injury that could cause him to miss a significant portion of the upcoming season. Smith, a second-year player out of Colorado State, tore the ACL in his left knee Wednesday during what the team called "normal basketball activity." Smith averaged 4.5 points and 3.5 rebounds as a rookie.

76ers add free agent sharpshooter Rush
The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent guard Kareem Rush on Tuesday to help bolster the team's 3-point shooting. Terms of the deal were not released. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Rush has averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 314 games in five NBA seasons. Last season with the Indiana Pacers, he averaged 8.3 points, a career-best 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.2 minutes per game and shot 39 percent from 3-point range.

76ers sign free agent G Rush (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers signed free agent guard Kareem Rush on Tuesday to help bolster the team's 3-point shooting. Terms of the deal were not released. The 6-foot-6, 215-pound Rush has averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 314 games in five NBA seasons. Last season with the Indiana Pacers, he averaged 8.3 points, a career-best 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.2 minutes per game and...

76ers sign free-agent guard Ivey
Guard Royal Ivey signed a multiyear contract with the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Ivey has averaged 4 points, 1.5 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 14.3 minutes in 263 games over four seasons in the NBA. A second-round pick by Atlanta in 2004, Ivey played three seasons with the Hawks and one in Milwaukee. The 6-foot-4 Ivey has started 109 games and shot 42.1 percent from the floor, including 33.1 percent from 3-point range.

Sixers sign G Ivey to multiyear contract (AP)
Guard Royal Ivey signed a multiyear contract with the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Ivey has averaged 4 points, 1.5 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 14.3 minutes in 263 games over four seasons in the NBA. A second-round pick by Atlanta in 2004, Ivey played three seasons with the Hawks and one in Milwaukee. The 6-foot-4 Ivey has started 109 games and shot 42.1 percent from the floor, including 33.1 percent...

76ers sign 1st-round pick Speights (AP)
Marreese Speights, taken by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 16th overall pick in June's NBA draft, signed with the team on Friday. Speights, a 6-foot-10 forward out of Florida, will earn about $2.6 million in the first two years of the contract. The team holds an option for two additional years. Speights received considerable playing time in the Las Vegas summer league, averaging 18.2 points and...

To shed salary, Nuggets trade Camby to Clippers
A week ago Tuesday, Elton Brand's defection to Philadelphia decimated the Los Angeles Clippers. One week later, Brand's old team has rebounded nicely.

Former home of Sixers, Flyers to be demolished
The Wachovia Spectrum, the former home to the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers, will close and be demolished.

Philadelphia's Spectrum to be demolished (AP)
The Wachovia Spectrum, the former home to the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers, will close and be demolished. Arena owner Comcast-Spectacor has plans to replace it with a complex of retail space, bars, restaurants and a hotel. The 42-year-old arena, slated to shut down next spring, had been used for Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers games until the adjacent Wachovia Center was built and opened in l996.

Philadelphia's Spectrum to be demolished (AP)
A longtime sports arena in Philadelphia is shutting down. Comcast-Spectacor chairman Ed Snider says the 42-year-old Spectrum will close at the end of the 2008-09 hockey and soccer seasons and be demolished. The arena had been used for Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers games until 1996. The Wachovia Center now is home to the pro hockey and basketball teams.

Clips coach Dunleavy fires back at Brand, agent
Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy, responding to claims made by Elton Brand and his agent that he left for Philadelphia after being presented a "take it or leave it" offer, said he's still trying to come to grips with Brand's sudden change of heart.

Wolves get Carney, Booth from 76ers (AP)
The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired swingman Rodney Carney, center Calvin Booth, a protected first-round draft pick and cash from the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for a conditional second-round pick Wednesday. The Timberwolves used a $2.8 million trade exemption gained from a trade last December with Miami to make the finances match up.

Brand expected to sign with 76ers (AP)
Elton Brand was expected to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, and the power forward instantly gives them the low post presence they sorely needed to become contenders in the East. The Sixers have called a 5 p.m. news conference to introduce the two-time All Star. Brand's arrival is a huge move for the Sixers, who have worked quickly to become a threat in the Eastern Conference.

Hollinger: Brand new Sixers are instant East challengers
The expected move of Elton Brand to Philadelphia puts the 76ers on the short list of contenders to Boston's Eastern throne, writes John Hollinger.

Brand signs 5-year, $82M deal with 76ers
Elton Brand signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, instantly giving them the low post presence they need to become contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Sixers trade Booth, Carney, draft pick to Wolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves completed a trade with Philadelphia on Wednesday that gave the Wolves another first-round draft pick and paved the way for the 76ers to sign star power forward Elton Brand.

Report: Brand agrees to 5-year deal with 76ers
Philadelphia just got a lot bigger.

76ers' deal precedes free agent splash? (AP)
The 76ers are close to trading forward Rodney Carney and a future No. 1 pick to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a deal that clears salary cap space for Philadelphia to make a stronger push for free agents, a person in the NBA told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the trade had not yet been completed and the NBA trade moratorium is not lifted until...

Brown hires brother Herb to round out Bobcats' staff
Charlotte Bobcats coach Larry Brown hired his brother to round out his coaching staff. Herb Brown will join Jeff Capel, Phil Ford and Dave Hanners as assistants. The move Monday came a day before the Bobcats open a rookie and free agent minicamp in Las Vegas. It'll be the third time the 72-year-old Brown will work for his younger brother, who is beginning his record ninth NBA head coaching job. The Browns were also paired in Detroit and Philadelphia.

Hawks free agent Smith visits 76ers
Josh Smith wasted no time taking advantage of his restricted free-agent status, spending Wednesday visiting the Philadelphia 76ers - a franchise with plenty of cap room to make a big offer. The 22-year-old Smith toured the city and visited the Wachovia Center with Sixers officials, who would like to woo the forward away from Atlanta with an offer sheet too expensive for the Hawks to match. As he's a restricted free agent, the Hawks can match any offer made to the 6-foot-9, 235-pound Smith.

Free agent Josh Smith visits with 76ers (AP)
Josh Smith wasted no time taking advantage of his restricted free-agent status, spending Wednesday visiting the Philadelphia 76ers -- a franchise with plenty of cap room to make a big offer. The 22-year-old Smith toured the city and visited the Wachovia Center with Sixers officials, who would like to woo the forward away from Atlanta with an offer sheet too expensive for the Hawks to match.

76ers name former GM Nash scout (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers hired former general manager John Nash as a pro personnel scout Tuesday. Nash was working as a basketball analyst on local cable, and will now provide analysis and reports on players and teams throughout the NBA for the Sixers. Nash was a general manager with the 76ers, the Washington Bullets, New Jersey Nets and Portland Trail Blazers.

Former 76ers GM Nash rehired to be pro scout
The Philadelphia 76ers hired former general manager John Nash as a pro personnel scout Tuesday.

Dalembert on Canada's national basketball roster
Samuel Dalembert of the Philadelphia 76ers and Joel Anthony of the Miami Heat headline Canada's 12-man basketball roster for an Olympic qualifying tournament.

Overton joins Nets staff as assistant coach
Former New Jersey Nets guard Doug Overton has returned to the team as an assistant coach to Lawrence Frank. Overton spent the past two seasons as an assistant on Phil Martelli's staff at Saint Joseph's. The Philadelphia native spent the previous season as director of player development for the Philadelphia 76ers, where he assisted the coaching and scouting staffs and worked with the team's community outreach. Overton joins Brian Hill and Tom Barrise on Frank's staff.

Nets hire Overton as assistant coach (AP)
Former New Jersey Nets guard Doug Overton has returned to the team as an assistant coach to Lawrence Frank. Overton spent the past two seasons as an assistant on Phil Martelli's staff at Saint Joseph's. The Philadelphia native spent the previous season as director of player development for the Philadelphia 76ers, where he assisted the coaching and scouting staffs and worked with the team's...

Obama promises hoop in White House (AP)
Barack Obama sidestepped picking a winner in Sunday's NBA Finals game, but the basketball aficionado is ready to take a firm stand if he makes it to the White House. "I hear there's a bowling alley and obviously that hasn't gone too well," Obama told comic Jimmy Kimmel in a satellite interview from Philadelphia on Sunday.

Korver will have bone spur removed
Utah Jazz forward Kyle Korver plans to have surgery to remove a bone spur on his left foot. He was scheduled for surgery Wednesday night in New York. Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor isn't sure how long he'll have to stay off his foot, but expects Korver to be fine by training camp. The Jazz were 38-12 after acquiring Korver from Philadelphia in a trade on Dec. 29. He averaged nearly 10 points per game and made 73 3-pointers in 50 regular-season games.

Jazz F Korver to have bone spur removed (AP)
Utah Jazz forward Kyle Korver plans to have surgery to remove a bone spur on his left foot. He was scheduled for surgery Wednesday night in New York. Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor isn't sure how long he'll have to stay off his foot, but expects Korver to be fine by training camp. The Jazz were 38-12 after acquiring Korver from Philadelphia in a trade on Dec.

Nets promote Vandeweghe to GM
The New Jersey Nets have a new general manager. Kiki Vandeweghe (VAN-duh-way) was promoted to the position Thursday, less than six months after being hired as a special assistant to team president Rod Thorn. Vandeweghe replaces Ed Stefanski, who left in midseason to become the GM of the Philadelphia 76ers. The general manager's job is the second for Vandeweghe. He held the same job with the Denver Nuggets from August 2001 until the end of the 2005-06 season.

Magic's Howard compared to Wilt, Shaq (AP)
The Detroit Pistons will host the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of an Eastern Conference semifinal less than 48 hours after tipping off in Philadelphia. The way they closed out the 76ers, the second-seeded Pistons are glad to get right back at it Saturday night against the Dwight Howard-led Magic. After a lackluster start, Detroit dominated the Sixers for the final 2 1/2 games of the series.

76ers expecting better future (AP)
The 76ers reached the playoffs with only 34 games of fantastic basketball. Stretch that fun and fast-breaking style over a full season and Philadelphia believes it can run all the way to the top of the Eastern Conference. The Sixers' expectations have gone from draft lottery and rebuilding to a winning record and capturing a playoff series or two.

Pistons oust 76ers with easy Game 6 win (AP)

Close for four games, no contest the last two. Richard Hamilton hit his first five shots during Detroit's overpowering start, and the Pistons rolled into the second round of the playoffs by crushing the Philadelphia 76ers 100-77 on Thursday night to win the series 4-2. The Pistons convincingly won the last two games of a series that wasn't expected to last this long and will host the Orlando Magic,...

Pistons beat 76ers 98-81 for 3-2 lead (AP)

The Detroit Pistons might have won Game 5 more than an hour before it started. Music wasn't rattling the locker room. Eyes were locked on the big-screen TV showing the previous matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. Chauncey Billups scored 21 points, Richard Hamilton had 20 and Rasheed Wallace added 19 to lift Detroit to a 98-81 victory over Philadelphia on Tuesday night and a 3-2 lead in the...

Pistons beat 76ers 93-84 to even series (AP)

The Pistons squashed all that chatter about heading home with a series deficit. Tayshaun Prince scored 23 points and made all but one shot from the field, and Detroit played with a purpose and dominated the second half to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 93-84 on Sunday night, tying the best-of-seven Eastern Conference playoff series at 2-2.

McDyess returns from surgery to join Pistons
Pistons forward Antonio McDyess was active for Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, but not in the starting lineup a day after he had surgery to repair a broken nose. McDyess wore a mask to protect the nose broken in the third quarter of Game 3. He returned to Detroit on Saturday for surgery to fix the nose and returned later that night. "I didn't go through all this yesterday not to play," McDyess said before Game 4.

McDyess active for Game 4 after nose surgery
Pistons forward Antonio McDyess was active for Game 4 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, but not in the starting lineup a day after he had surgery to repair a broken nose.

76ers not surprised by lead on Pistons (AP)
Andre Miller has one more playoff win in three games with Philadelphia than he ever did in any of his other three previous postseason series. With the 76ers holding a 2-1 lead over Detroit in their first-round series, Miller is only two victories away from advancing to the second round for the first time in his nine-year career.

Pistons' McDyess breaks nose, may miss Game 4
The Philadelphia 76ers got physical with the Detroit Pistons in Game 3 and Antonio McDyess has the nose to prove it.

McDyess has surgery on broken nose
Pistons forward Antonio McDyess returned to Detroit on Saturday and had surgery to repair the broken nose he suffered in Game 3 of their playoff series with Philadelphia. Pistons coach Flip Saunders said McDyess' availability for Sunday's Game 4 would depend on how he felt after surgery. McDyess was injured Friday in the third quarter of Detroit's 95-75 loss to the 76ers.

Pistons F McDyess has nose surgery (AP)
Pistons forward Antonio McDyess returned to Detroit on Saturday and had surgery to repair the broken nose he suffered in Game 3 of their playoff series with Philadelphia. Pistons coach Flip Saunders said McDyess' availability for Sunday's Game 4 would depend on how he felt after surgery. McDyess was injured Friday in the third quarter of Detroit's 95-75 loss to the 76ers.

Sixers strike back
The Sixers took control of the second half and dominated the Pistons with a 95-75 win. Hear postgame reaction as Philadelphia took a 2-1 lead in the series.

Dalembert powers Sixers to Game 3 win (AP)

The 76ers fans tossed confetti in the air and celebrated a series lead they could have never believed the home team would hold. The Sixers added one more surprise victory in a season stuffed with them. The win wasn't the shocker -- it was the way Philadelphia completely thrashed the playoff-tested Detroit Pistons in Game 3 that was the stunner.

NBA fines Cheeks for Game 2 actions
Philadelphia coach Maurice Cheeks was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Friday for his actions after Game 2 of the 76ers' playoff series against Detroit. Cheeks was cited for verbal abuse of the officials and for not leaving the court and going directly to the locker room at the end of Philadelphia's 105-88 loss. "It's just an error in judgment by me," Cheeks said before Game 3. "They have the upper hand. I just need to abide by the rules.

76ers Cheeks fined $25,000 for abusing referees
Philadelphia coach Maurice Cheeks was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Friday for his actions after Game 2 of the 76ers' playoff series against Detroit.

76ers' Cheeks fined $25K for ref abuse (AP)
Philadelphia coach Maurice Cheeks was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Friday for his actions after Game 2 of the 76ers' playoff series against Detroit. Cheeks was cited for verbal abuse of the officials and for not leaving the court and going directly to the locker room at the end of Philadelphia's 105-88 loss.

76ers hope Iguodala improves vs. Pistons (AP)
Andre Iguodala's risky gamble to reject a $57 million contract extension looked like the right one in the regular season. Funny how two miserable playoff games against one of the top teams in the East can change everything. Iguodala hasn't played for the Philadelphia 76ers like the kind of star who deserves franchise-player money.

Larry Brown resigns as 76ers VP
Larry Brown has left the Philadelphia 76ers again. Brown resigned Thursday as Philadelphia's executive vice president after barely two years on the job. Brown rejoined the Sixers in January 2007 more than three years after he left his coaching job to take the same position in Detroit. He led the Sixers to the 2001 NBA finals.

Pistons beat 76ers 105-88 to tie series (AP)

The Detroit Pistons looked a lot like the team that reached the last five Eastern Conference finals. Rasheed Wallace scored 11 of his 16 points in the first quarter and had plenty of help at both ends of the court in a 105-88 series-evening victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 2 on Wednesday night.

Green, 76ers try to go up 2-0 on Pistons (AP)
Willie Green planned to go on vacation and relax after agreeing to a lucrative deal a few years ago with the Philadelphia 76ers. But first, he wanted to stop by the famed St. Cecilia's gym is his hometown, because that's what basketball players do each summer in the Motor City. He played one game too many on July 9, 2005.

Pistons in good mood despite Game 1 loss (AP)

The Detroit Pistons are down and being doubted, which is a plus and a problem for an enigmatic team as they idle for two days after blowing a 15-point lead in Game 1 to the Philadelphia 76ers. "I thought the mood was good today," Detroit coach Flip Saunders said after Monday's practice. "Things haven't changed -- we still need to win four games." That was exactly what Philadelphia coach Maurice...

76ers rally from 15 down to top Pistons (AP)

Andre Miller scored 20 points and Willie Green had a career playoff-high 17, helping the Philadelphia 76ers stun the Detroit Pistons 90-86 Sunday in Game 1 of their first-round series. The Eastern Conference's second-seeded team was expected to beat the seventh-seeded Sixers by double digits and did lead by 15 midway through the third quarter.

Slumping Sixers head into postseason (AP)
The 76ers are one more four-game losing streak away from heading home for the summer. The four-game skid Philadelphia takes into its first playoff series since 2005 is enough of a concern without Detroit standing there as its first-round opponent. The Pistons earned the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference and have played in five straight conference finals, a round the Sixers haven't reached since...

Inexperienced 76ers prepare for Pistons (AP)
Andre Iguodala can explain to his Philadelphia 76ers teammates how all the little plays make the difference in winning a playoff series. Iguodala recalled how the extra hustle, like diving for loose balls, or even taking a charge can win a postseason game. A series is won not by individuals taking over the game and trying to win it alone, but by five players working unselfishly as a unit.

76ers to enter playoffs on 4-game slide (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 29 points and the Charlotte Bobcats recovered from blowing a big lead to beat Philadelphia 115-109 on Wednesday night, sending the 76ers to the playoffs on a four-game losing streak. With Sixers coach Maurice Cheeks playing his starters limited minutes ahead of Sunday's playoff opener at Detroit, the Bobcats still blew a 23-point lead before rallying to end a disappointing...

Pavlovic out with ankle sprain
Cavaliers swingman Sasha Pavlovic will miss at least the first round of the playoffs with a sprained ankle. Pavlovic injured his left ankle in the third quarter of Monday night's 91-90 win at Philadelphia. He's expected to miss two to three weeks. It's been a lost year for Pavlovic, who started the season with a contract holdout, missed 23 games with a sprained left foot, was benched recently and had just returned to the starting lineup in place of the struggling Wally Szczerbiak.

Cavs get controversial win over 76ers (AP)

Devin Brown sank two free throws with 0.2 seconds after Philadelphia was brought back from the locker room and the game seemingly over to lift the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 91-90 win over the 76ers on Monday night. The Sixers appeared to have won after Lou Williams hit a fadeaway jumper with 5.1 seconds left -- his second go-ahead basket in the final minute.

Nuggets near playoffs, rout Rockets (AP)

Allen Iverson and J.R. Smith put the enigmatic Denver Nuggets on the cusp of the NBA playoffs. Iverson scored 33 points and Smith sparked the Nuggets out of their early doldrums with a 23-point performance in Denver's 111-94 rout of the Houston Rockets on Sunday night. All the Nuggets have to do now to reach the playoffs for the fifth straight time is beat lowly Memphis on Wednesday night at home.

Maxiell, Stuckey lead Pistons by Raptors (AP)

Jason Maxiell and Rodney Stuckey combined for 18 fourth-quarter points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 91-84 on Sunday. The loss drops Toronto (40-40) into a tie with Philadelphia for the Eastern Conference's sixth seed with two games left, although the Raptors have the tiebreaker. The sixth seed will play Orlando in the first round, while the seventh seed faces Detroit.

Arenas leads Wizards past 76ers 109-93 (AP)

Gilbert Arenas finally looked like Agent Zero again, just in time for the Washington Wizards to put the Philadelphia 76ers out of reach. After another passive performance typical of his play since returning from a knee injury, Arenas took over the game by scoring 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter Saturday night in a 109-93 victory over the 76ers.

Maxiell leads Pistons to rout of Wizards (AP)

The Washington Wizards had a chance to take a big step forward in the Eastern Conference playoff race. It didn't happen. With Cleveland and Philadelphia having already lost and facing a Detroit team that is coasting toward the playoffs, the Wizards came out with one of their worst performances of the season, shooting just 27 percent in a lopsided 102-74 loss to the Pistons on Friday night.

Pacers beat 76ers, stave off elimination (AP)

Indiana forward Danny Granger was scoreboard watching. When he didn't like what he saw, he stepped up his game. Granger scored 15 of his 30 points in the third quarter as the Pacers kept their slim Eastern Conference playoff hopes alive with an 85-76 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. "We knew Atlanta was winning," said Granger, who also had 12 rebounds.

76ers tighten grip on 6th, beat Pistons (AP)

Sixers coach Maurice Cheeks got his wish. Shortly before the 76ers' 101-94 victory over Detroit on Wednesday, Cheeks was asked about facing a team that has been resting its starters. Cheeks laughed and said: "I hope they do." Having locked up the No. 2 seed in the East, the Pistons once again gave their reserves significant minutes.

Hawks tighten grip on 8th, beat 76ers (AP)

These are not the old Atlanta Hawks anymore. No, this young group of high-flying Hawks sure seems headed to the playoffs for the first time since the 1998-99 season. They hold a 3 1/2-game lead over Indiana for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference. Joe Johnson scored 22 points, Josh Smith added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Hawks built a big lead and held off the Philadelphia 76ers 92-85...

76ers end 3-year playoff absence (AP)

When the Philadelphia 76ers last appeared in the playoffs, Andre Iguodala was a wide-eyed rookie responsible for passing the ball to Allen Iverson. Now, over a year after Iverson's trade to Denver, Iguodala knows the Sixers will depend on him in the postseason. "We just need to act like we've been there before," Iguodala said.

Cavaliers G Gibson expected to play; Wallace likely out
The Cleveland Cavaliers will have guard Daniel Gibson available against Charlotte, but forward Ben Wallace will likely miss his second straight game. Coach Mike Brown said after Wednesday's shootaround that Gibson has recovered after being forced out of Sunday's win over Philadelphia with recurring pain in his left ankle. It's the same ankle that caused Gibson to miss 18 games earlier this season. Brown said he's being cautious with Wallace, who has been cleared to return from back spasms.

76ers win 20th in 27 games, beat Nets (AP)

Lou Williams hit three consecutive baskets in the final 3:47, and the surprising Philadelphia 76ers posted their 20th win in 27 games with a 108-99 victory over the fading New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. Andre Miller had 24 points, 11 assists and five rebounds, while Andre Iguodala added 17 points, 10 assists and six rebounds for Philadelphia, which used a late 9-2 spurt fueled by Williams to...

Bosh helps Raptors beat Bobcats 104-100 (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 32 points and the Toronto Raptors remained alone in sixth place in the Eastern Conference with a 104-100 win over the Charlotte Bobcats on Monday night. Bosh hit 13 of 16 free throws and added eight rebounds and five assists for the Raptors, who won for the third time in four games to pull a game ahead of idle Philadelphia in the playoff race.

Nets to offset carbon emissions in game vs. 76ers
The New Jersey Nets will support four worldwide projects to offset carbon emissions when they play the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night.

James' late basket lifts Cavs by Sixers (AP)

LeBron James made a twisting bank shot with 19.3 seconds left to put Cleveland ahead to stay and the Cavaliers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 91-88 on Sunday night. James, who finished with 26 points, took the ball at the top of the key, drove through the lane and put Cleveland up 90-88. After a Philadelphia miss, Cleveland forward Joe Smith was fouled and made one free throw.

Cavs' Wallace forced to sit out with back spasms
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Ben Wallace missed Sunday night's game against Philadelphia with recurring back spasms.

Cavaliers F Wallace sits out vs. 76ers (AP)
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Ben Wallace missed Sunday night's game against Philadelphia with recurring back spasms. Wallace was forced to leave Saturday's game against Detroit when he re-injured his back in the third quarter. He had returned to the lineup after missing two-plus games with the injury. Cleveland coach Mike Brown said Wallace had been cleared to play by the team's medical staff, but he...

Suns avoid first 3-game skid, beat 76ers (AP)

Shaquille O'Neal has played with Phoenix long enough to know the Suns don't go on three-game losing streaks. Amare Stoudemire scored 22 points, Raja Bell had 20 and the Phoenix Suns avoided their first three-game losing skid of the season with a 107-93 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night.

Iguodala keys late run, 76ers beat Celts (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 28 points, including 10 in a row during a 19-0 fourth-quarter run Monday night, as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied from an 11-point deficit to beat the Boston Celtics 95-90. Eddie House's 3-pointer gave Boston an 80-69 lead with 8:20 to play, but the Celtics couldn't score until Paul Pierce hit one of two free throws with 1:38 left.

Johnson's 34 lift Hawks over Magic 98-90 (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 34 points, Mike Bibby had 20 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 98-90 on Saturday night. Josh Smith finished with 19 points for the Hawks, who took their sixth straight home victory against Orlando. Atlanta moved 1 1/2 games ahead of New Jersey, which lost to Philadelphia 91-87, for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Iguodala helps 76ers rally by Nets 91-87 (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 19 of his 28 points in the second half, Samuel Dalembert had 11 points, 18 rebounds and five blocks, and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied for a 91-87 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night. Andre Miller had 21 points and five assists, and Lou Williams added 15 points on 4-for-6 shooting from the field for the Sixers, who have won 17 of their last 22 games.

Magic hit 14 3s, end 76ers' streak at 4 (AP)

The Orlando Magic felt like they had something to prove after a one-point home loss earlier this week. They responded with one of their best outings of the season Friday night. Rashard Lewis scored 18 points and Orlando led by as many as 34 in a 113-95 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Eight Magic players scored in double figures, and Dwight Howard had 13 points and 12 rebounds in just 23 minutes.

Jackon, Ellis power Warriors past Clips (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 29 points, Monta Ellis added 12 of his 28 during a 4:36 span of the fourth quarter, and the Golden State Warriors tightened their grip on a playoff berth with a 116-100 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night. Golden State's ninth victory in 12 games, coupled with Denver's two-point loss at Philadelphia, increased the Warriors' lead over Denver to 2 1/2...

Iverson talks about regrets from 76ers years
Allen Iverson took a different route to the Wachovia Center than he did in his years with the 76ers, dressed in an unfamiliar locker room and sat on the visitor's bench. Wearing his Denver uniform instead of the familiar No. 3 Sixers jersey, an open and honest Iverson accepted some of the responsibility for why he's no longer in Philadelphia. "I had a big hand in me getting traded," Iverson said Wednesday before the Nuggets faced the 76ers.

Finally, former MVP Iverson comes back to Philadelphia
The 76ers are talkin' about Allen Iverson once more. Here he comes, 15 months after he was kicked out of Philadelphia over irreconcilable differences, A.I., The Answer, the MVP, the hip-hop hoops icon - call him what you want - is back in the city he once owned like few others ever have in its deep, rich sports history.

Finally, Iverson returns to Philadelphia (AP)
The 76ers are talkin' about Allen Iverson once more. Here he comes, 15 months after he was kicked out of Philadelphia over irreconcilable differences, A.I., The Answer, the MVP, the hip-hop hoops icon -- call him what you want -- is back in the city he once owned like few others ever have in its deep, rich sports history.

Miller's 32 pace 76ers past Spurs 103-96 (AP)

Andre Miller scored a season-high 32 points and Andre Iguodala had 25 to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their third straight sparkling victory, 103-96 over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. The Sixers already knocked off Detroit and Chicago on the road this week and returned home to another suddenly supportive crowd.

Down 18 in 4th, 76ers rally past Bulls (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 25 points and Rodney Carney had 12 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied from an 18-point deficit to beat the Chicago Bulls 110-106 on Friday night. Philadelphia trailed 88-70 with 11:08 left, then outscored the Bulls 18-6. Carney hit a 3-pointer with 3:30 left and Iguodala hit another 3 at 3:11 to tie it at 98.

76ers hold off Pistons 83-82 (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 22 points and the Philadelphia 76ers hung on for a 83-82 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. The Sixers didn't score in the final 2:27, but won when Chauncey Billups' jumper over Rodney Carney bounced off the rim as time expired. Carney scored 16 points for Philadelphia, and Samuel Dalembert grabbed 15 rebounds.

Garnett leads Celtics to 50th win (AP)

Kevin Garnett had 26 points and 12 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics reach 50 victories for the first time in 16 years by beating the Philadelphia 76ers 100-86 on Monday night. Ray Allen scored 21 points and Paul Pierce had 17 in another stellar outing for The Big Three as they helped Boston celebrate the Big 5-0.

Newest Celtic Cassell sees first action vs. Sixers
Sam Cassell made his Boston debut on Monday night, coming off the bench against Philadelphia for the first time since he signed with the Celtics last week.

Sixers roll past Bucks 119-97 (AP)
Thaddeus Young scored 22 points, Samuel Dalembert added 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers coasted to a 119-97 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. Andre Miller added 16 points and nine assists for Philadelphia, which played the first of five games in seven days. The 76ers' fourth straight win moved them within one-half game of idle Washington in the Eastern Conference...

Sixers win eighth straight at home (AP)

Samuel Dalembert had 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their eighth straight home victory, 117-83 over the Seattle SuperSonics on Friday night. Andre Iguodala and Thaddeus Young added 18 points apiece for Philadelphia, which has long put a 5-13 start behind it and turned into one of the hottest teams in the NBA.

76ers continue playoff push, beat Clips (AP)

Mike Dunleavy didn't get to coach Andre Miller during the point guard's only season with the Clippers, which makes Miller's success with the Philadelphia 76ers that much more difficult for the Staples Center faithful to swallow. Andre Iguodala scored 18 points, Samuel Dalembert had 12 points and 12 rebounds, and the 76ers avoided a letdown after their upset win at Phoenix by routing the Clippers...

Pistons sign C Theo Ratliff (AP)
The Detroit Pistons signed center Theo Ratliff, who was released Friday by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 13-year veteran signed a free-agent deal with the Detroit Pistons, the team he started his career with in 1995. Ratliff was traded to Philadelphia in 1997 for Jerry Stackhouse, and has also played for Atlanta, Boston, Portland and Minnesota.

Suns sign Giricek for rest of season
The Phoenix Suns signed guard Gordan Giricek on Tuesday to a contract for the rest of the season. Giricek, waived by the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, joins his fifth NBA team. The 6-foot-6 Croatian played parts of six seasons with Memphis, Orlando and Utah before being traded to Philadelphia last Dec. 29. Suns general manager Steve Kerr called the 30-year-old Giricek "an excellent shooter, a solid defender and a proven playoff performer." He shot a career-best 42.

Suns sign G Giricek for rest of season (AP)
The Phoenix Suns signed guard Gordan Giricek on Tuesday to a contract for the rest of the season. Giricek, waived by the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, joins his fifth NBA team. The 6-foot-6 Croatian played parts of six seasons with Memphis, Orlando and Utah before being traded to Philadelphia last Dec.

Wright's fast start picks up Warriors (AP)

Brandan Wright got Golden State off to a quick start by eclipsing his career high in scoring before the end of the first quarter, Mickael Pietrus scored a season-high 23 points, and the Warriors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-97 on Friday night. Wright, a little-used rookie, scored 11 of his 12 points -- one more than his previous best scoring game -- in the first quarter of his third start, and...

76ers get rare win at Phoenix, 119-114 (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 32 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers held on to beat the Suns in Phoenix for the first time in six years, 119-114 on Saturday night. Andre Miller added 25 points and 12 assists for the 76ers, who shot 57 percent after being blown out at Golden State 119-97 on Friday night. Willie Green scored 17, including three crucial free throws in the final 18.2 seconds.

Bobcats waive part-time starter McInnis (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats waived guard Jeff McInnis on Friday. The team provided no explanation for the decision. McInnis started 26 of the 54 games he played this season, averaging 4.5 points and 4.1 assists. McInnis was criticized by coach Sam Vincent after a loss to Philadelphia a month ago, leading to a testy exchange between the two.

76ers cut playoff-eligible G Giricek (AP)
Guard Gordan Giricek was released by the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, allowing the veteran a chance to be eligible for the postseason if he signs with another team. Giricek barely played for the Sixers since he was acquired in the late December trade that sent Kyle Korver to the Utah Jazz. He averaged only 3.1 points and 9.2 minutes in 12 games.

Miller's strong 1st half powers 76ers (AP)

Andre Miller scored 22 of his 26 points in the first half and Willie Green had a season-high 26 to lead the Sixers to a 101-89 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Miller and Green, the Sixers' starting backcourt, outscored Orlando starting guards, Jameer Nelson and Maurice Evans, 52-2. Miller was 11-for-16 from the floor and added nine assists and six rebounds.

Sixers send Heat to 11th straight loss (AP)

The Philadelphia 76ers rallied in overtime to avoid becoming Miami's first victims in nearly a month. Andre Iguodala scored 24 points and converted a key three-point play as the 76ers scored the final 10 points in overtime and sent the Heat to their 11th straight loss, 101-96 on Saturday night. Andre Miller scored 24 points and Willie Green added 14 for the Sixers, who fell behind early in the...

Turkoglu pushes Magic past 76ers 115-99 (AP)

Across the locker room from Dwight Howard, three Orlando Magic players were arguing about their own All-Star contest. "I won 3-point shooting tonight," joked Jameer Nelson, who was 5-of-5 from long range. "You made five?" said Hedo Turkoglu, who was 7-for-11 on 3s. Turkoglu had 31 points and seven assists, and Howard had 24 points and 18 rebounds to help the Orlando Magic beat the Philadelphia 76ers...

76ers give Cheeks new deal
Maurice Cheeks and the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to finalize a contract extension Wednesday, a vote of confidence for the popular coach as the team makes a playoff push. A person familiar with the situation spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because final details of the contract had yet to be resolved.

76ers to give Cheeks new deal
Maurice Cheeks and the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to finalize a contract extension Wednesday, a vote of confidence for the popular coach as the team makes a playoff push. A person familiar with the situation spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because final details of the contract had yet to be resolved.

Sixers close to extending coach Cheeks (AP)
Maurice Cheeks and the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to finalize a contract extension Wednesday, a vote of confidence for the popular coach as the team makes a playoff push. A person familiar with the situation spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because final details of the contract had yet to be resolved.

Sixers roll through Knicks 124-84 (AP)

Those "Fire Isiah! chants followed Isiah Thomas from New York. The Philadelphia 76ers rarely have had a win so easy, scoring 100 points through three quarters and crushing the New York Knicks 124-84 on Wednesday night. New York had turnovers on almost every possession in some stretches, took ugly shots and trailed by 46 points in the third quarter.

Reports: Cheeks, Sixers near contract extension
The 76ers and coach Maurice Cheeks are near a contract extension, according to Philadelphia-area media reports.

76ers enter break on 5-game win streak (AP)
The All-Star break is coming at the worst possible time for the Philadelphia 76ers. They would much rather keep playing. Andre Iguodala had 29 points, eight rebounds and eight assists as the 76ers won their fifth straight and completed a perfect homestand before the All-Star break with a 102-88 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.

Mavs' Howard has bruised back, questionable
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard has a bruised lower back and is questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland. Howard, who is averaging a career-best 20.3 points a game, was hurt early in the fourth quarter of Monday night's 84-76 loss at Philadelphia. He hit the floor hard after getting bumped by a 76ers player on a rebound. An MRI on Tuesday confirmed Howard only has a bruise. If Howard isn't available Wednesday, the Mavericks could be without three starters and a key reserve.

Mavericks F Howard has back injury (AP)
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard has a bruised lower back and is questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland. Howard, who is averaging a career-best 20.3 points a game, was hurt early in the fourth quarter of Monday night's 84-76 loss at Philadelphia. He hit the floor hard after getting bumped by a 76ers player on a rebound.

Sixers win fourth straight, top Mavs (AP)

Andre Miller scored 21 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their fourth straight win, 84-76 over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. Miller, named the Eastern Conference player of the week, is a big reason why the Sixers are suddenly thinking about a playoff push. Philadelphia has won the first four games of a five-game homestand and moved a half-game behind idle New Jersey for the eighth...

Stackhouse, Dampier out for Mavs against 76ers
Dallas Mavericks forward Jerry Stackhouse and center Erick Dampier missed Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers because of injuries.

Sixers win third straight, beat Clippers (AP)

The Philadelphia 76ers have placed a bigger emphasis on defense and getting out in the open court. It has resulted in a winning formula. Lou Williams scored 18 points, Andre Miller had 17 points and nine assists, and the 76ers won their third straight game with a 101-80 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night.

76ers roll past Shaq-less Heat 101-84 (AP)

The Shaq-less Miami Heat aren't much different than they were before trading the 14-time All-Star center. Andre Iguodala scored 25 points and Andre Miller added 21, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 101-84 victory over the short-handed Heat on Thursday night. The Heat are still stuck on nine wins, and they've lost twice in the day-and-a-half since dealing Shaquille O'Neal to Phoenix for Shawn...

Marion, Banks not in uniform for Heat (AP)
The Miami Heat are stuck in the post-Shaq and pre-Shawn Marion era at least for a few more days. Marion and Marcus Banks, acquired Wednesday in a blockbuster trade with the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Shaquille O'Neal, were not in uniform for Miami's game against Philadelphia on Thursday night. Heat coach Pat Riley said Marion and Banks were undergoing the first parts of their physicals.

76ers use 17-0 run to beat Wizards (AP)
Andre Iguodala scored 20 points and Philadelphia stunned the Wizards with a 17-0 run late in the fourth quarter that lifted the 76ers to a 101-96 win on Tuesday night. It was Washington's fourth straight loss. The Sixers trailed by 12 early in the fourth and showed few signs of taking off on such a decisive spurt.

Smith rallies Hawks past Sixers 96-91 (AP)

Josh Smith had 19 points, nine assists and nine blocks, and the Atlanta Hawks overcame an abysmal first quarter in a 96-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Josh Childress scored 21 points and Joe Johnson added 18 for the Hawks, who trailed by 20 in the first quarter. Atlanta led 91-88 before turning the ball over on an offensive foul by rookie Al Horford with 1:20 left.

Magic beat Sixers on Turkoglu's late FTs (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu hit two free throws with 2.4 seconds remaining and finished with 23 points, and the Orlando Magic beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108-106 on Friday night for their third straight victory. Rashard Lewis added 18 points, Dwight Howard had 17 points and 14 rebounds and Carlos Arroyo contributed 14 points for the Magic, who earned their NBA-best 18th road win while recording their fourth...

Sixers earn biggest Wachovia Center win (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 18 points and Andre Miller had 14 to lead Philadelphia to a 112-69 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night, the 76ers' largest win in 12 seasons at the Wachovia Center. Thaddeus Young scored 14 points for the Sixers, who won for only the fourth time in the last 15 games.

Iguodala helps 76ers rally past Bobcats (AP)

Andre Iguodala scored 33 points and the Philadelphia 76ers recovered from a poor start to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 103-96 on Saturday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Andre Miller added 23 points and Samuel Dalembert grabbed 14 rebounds in a rare good performance for the 76ers, who had lost 11 of 13 games this month.

Sprained ankle sidelines Bobcats G Felton
Charlotte Bobcats starting guard Raymond Felton did not dress for Saturday's game against Philadelphia because of a sprained left ankle. Felton said the ankle has been bothering him since the preseason, and he rolled it again in the first quarter of Friday's win over Chicago. "Playing on it last night didn't help it," Felton said. "That's why I'm sitting out tonight.

Sprained left ankle forces Bobcats' Felton to sit
Bobcats starting guard Raymond Felton did not dress for Saturday's game against Philadelphia because of a sprained left ankle.

Randolph leads Knicks past reeling 76ers (AP)

Zach Randolph had 16 points and 15 rebounds to help the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 89-81 Friday night in a matchup of two of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference. Jamal Crawford had 18 points and reserve David Lee finished with 14 for the Knicks, who have won five of seven and now head west for a five-game trip that starts Sunday night at Golden State.

Pistons end 3-game skid by beating 76ers (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 21 points and Chauncey Billups had 19 to help the Detroit Pistons snap a rare three-game losing streak and beat the Philadelphia 76ers 86-78 on Wednesday night. The Pistons still have the second-best record in the East, trailing only Boston, but entered trying to avoid their first four-game skid since 2004-05.

Larry Brown: Knicks had spies in MSG
Coaching the New York Knicks made Larry Brown feel like he was being watched. Brown accused the Knicks of having "spies throughout the arena" during his one season with the team in a story in the February issue of "Philadelphia" magazine. Brown also complained about the way he was treated by the organization. "Imagine when you get to work, they don't talk to you," he said. "They had security people standing close to me in press conferences, and spies throughout the arena.

Larry Brown: Knicks had 'spies' in arena (AP)
Coaching the New York Knicks made Larry Brown feel like he was being watched. Brown accused the Knicks of having "spies throughout the arena" during his one season with the team in a story in the February issue of "Philadelphia" magazine. Brown also complained about the way he was treated by the organization.

Pacers' O'Brien: Webber wasn't interested in 76ers
Chris Webber never really fit in Philadelphia, dissatisfied with his role, the offensive system and all the losing in nearly two ill-fated years with the 76ers.

O'Brien rips Webber from days in Philly (AP)
Chris Webber never really fit in Philadelphia, dissatisfied with his role, the offensive system and all the losing in nearly two ill-fated years with the 76ers. Former coach Jim O'Brien saw the unhappiness forming early in Webber's tenure, shortly after the former All-Star forward was acquired from Sacramento near the 2005 trade deadline.

Rush, Dunleavy lift Pacers past 76ers (AP)

Kareem Rush scored a season-high 25 points and Mike Dunleavy added 24 to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 110-103 on Monday. Danny Granger had 18 points and Troy Murphy, who left with a sore left knee, added 13. Jamaal Tinsley had 13 assists and Jeff Foster grabbed 10 rebounds for the Pacers, who moved into a tie with New Jersey for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference...

Pacers' O'Neal says rest of season in doubt
Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal called sitting out the season with a bruised left knee a "worst-case scenario" and refused to put a timetable on his return. "I don't know when I'm coming back," O'Neal said before Monday's game against Philadelphia. The Pacers said Saturday that O'Neal would miss at least two weeks. And O'Neal acknowledged before the game that he might have rushed back too soon from offseason knee surgery. "Missing the season is a worst-case scenario," O'Neal said Monday.

76ers hold on to beat Raptors 99-95 (AP)

Willie Green tied a season high with 23 points and the Philadelphia 76ers survived a late rally for a 99-95 victory Saturday night over the