Brian Dawkins explains Philadelphia to Philadelphia 76ers

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 19: Former player Brian Dawkins of the Philadelphia Eagles introduces former player Donovan McNaab at halftime Kansas City Chiefs at Lincoln Financial Field on September 19, 2013 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Chiefs won 26-16. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Philadelphia Eagles/Getty Images) /

The Dawkins story

Brian Dawkins is the embodiment of the passion of Philadelphia. On one hand, he fed off it, converted it into energy, and then gave love back to the fans in the stands. On the other hand, he is rare for an athlete, and even rarer for an elite football player. Ultimately, he never lost sight of the little guy in the stands, the person who may have invested half a week’s paycheck just to see him play. He brought it in each game.

Here are some more photos of Brian Dawkins speaking to the Sixers today. (Photo cred: Sixers) pic.twitter.com/DapFrSbc8J
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Dawkins chat

And Brian Dawkins stopped by to talk with the Philadelphia 76ers. And then he stopped by to chat with Philadelphia 76ers writer Brian Seltzer.

Brian Dawkins stopped by training complex today.

After chat with team, he discussed his message, Embiid, and Birds.https://t.co/C9g0fsLKlV
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He has so much to say, but the main theme covers two points. The Philadelphia 76ers team has an incredible opportunity to find success this season. It’s a rare opportunity. He spoke from the heart, encouraging each player to accept the responsibility the city has placed upon their shoulders.

He then talked about building a team. Through adversity, through competition, working together and building relationships that will carry these players past basketball and through their careers. A forging of individuals into a team. A team, not individuals, is needed to win in this NBA.