Sixers podcast: Early All-Star numbers | Joel Embiid shines in the East

There are quite a few things to be happy about for Sixers fans even though the Ben Simmons saga is still unresolved. With a winning streak dating back to 2021 and Joel Embiid receiving praise from the league, The Sixer Sense Podcast brings good news along with intriguing topics related to the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Sixer Sense podcast: Ep. 152

We kick things off with the recent win. Playing without Matisse Thybulle, Shake Milton, and Tyrese Maxey, the Sixers went on the road to take on the lowly Magic. The game was tight early, but the 76ers pulled away at the end. The podcast breaks down various aspects of that game, including another monster Embiid’s performance.

The following subject involves the latest All-Star voting numbers. Joel Embiid is clearly a top vote getter, but who else from the Sixers made the top 10 in the frontcourt and guard categories? Which NBA names surprised us on the early list? Who are some players that we feel made the list as expected?

We then pivot to the news of Joel Embiid earning Eastern Conference NBA Player of the Month. Beating out great players like DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Durant, Embiid owned the month of December by dominating his opponents, showing the league and fans why he is such a special player. We discuss his production and what this award could foreshadow in the future.

The podcast then brings up the Tobias Harris incident involving fans that booed him at the Houston game. Lucas and Chris offer thoughts about why Harris could be frustrated and whether or not he should spar with fans in the stands.

The last topic includes the latest trade rumor involving Ben Simmons. A recent report from Sam Amick from The Athletic revealed that the Sacramento Kings have interest in the Sixers’ unhappy point guard. We explore packages that would be acceptable in a Simmons exchange.

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