Sixers podcast: Ugly Toronto loss | Barkley’s criticism | Inflated record?

The Sixer Sense Podcast welcomes David Esser, site expert over at Section 215, to discuss a wide variety of Sixers topics.

The podcast launches with a recap of the last two games played by the Philadelphia 76ers. Lucas, Christopher, and David analyze the ugly loss to the Raptors. Then, the podcast revisits the latest monumental game by Joel Embiid, where he led his team with 50 points against the Chicago Bulls.

The Sixers have lost four of six — are the Finals within reach?

When the recent Charles Barkley interview with Bill Simmons is brought up, the trio offers their perspective on several quotes by the former Sixer great. What do they think about Ben Simmons never becoming a superstar until he learns to shoot jumpers? What is their opinion about whether Brooklyn or Philadelphia is the team to beat in the Eastern Conference? And what is their take on Barkley’s comment on the Sixers’ season being a success only if they reach the NBA Finals

The pod pivots to some impressive stats currently held by some key Sixer players. What defensive numbers has Matisse Thybulle accumulated that demonstrates his extraordinary talent? What rare trio of shooting percentages do Seth Curry and Tobias Harris share at this point of the season? Will Joel Embiid’s freak numbers be enough to bring home the MVP trophy?

The pod then addresses the elephant in the room when it comes to Philly’s winning percentage. Yes, they are first in the Eastern Conference, but should fans buy into the hype when the Sixers have a below .500 record versus winning teams? Is the problem mostly with a young Sixers’ bench that has been underperforming? Will an MVP caliber year by Joel Embiid be wasted if Sixers management does not make a deal before the trade deadline?

Finally, the question of the week gives Sixer Sense fans the chance to chime in on Embiid’s stellar season thus far. Fans rank important aspects of Embiid’s game, and the podcast offers their thoughts after some comments are shared.

Special thanks to David Esser for dropping by to talk Sixers hoops. Follow David on Twitter here: @DavidEsser_

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