Sixers podcast: Preseason lessons and the most interesting NBA teams

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 12: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots over Mason Plumlee #24 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center on October 12, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 12: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots over Mason Plumlee #24 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center on October 12, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

As the Eagles and Phillies overachieve in their respective sports, the Sixers will soon have their chance to exceed expectations as early as next week. The Sixers finished their preseason against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. With a win at home, the 76ers closed up with a 4-0 record as they head into opening night versus Boston.

We start the podcast off discussing the Sixers’ win over the Hornets. Without LaMelo Ball in the lineup, the Hornets would have to make due versus a confident Sixers team. Which Philly starters handled business as usual? What role players showed why they deserve minutes to start the season? How did Doc Rivers handle the rotation?

Once we wrap up the 76ers’ perfect preseason, we dive into the lessons learned from the small sample of games. Although it was only four games, some observations are worth discussing, and some just cannot be overlooked. Who exactly stood out in the preseason? What makes us optimistic about the season? Who should we be concerned about on the Sixers roster?

With so many narratives around the league, there some juicy topics to discuss. We pivot to NBA teams and players that intrigue us the most. Who is more curious about Cleveland, and who is interested in the Minnesota Timberwolves? As far as players, who will have their eyes on Evan Mobley’s development? Who favors the young players in Oklahoma City taking leaps?

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