Dan Falcone

Dan Falcone

Daniel Falcone is a contributing author and former scout and consultant with more than ten years of experience in the Philadelphia area. He has a masters degree in history and he enjoys reading the basketball work of Elrod Enchilada (aka academic giant Robert McChesney), Professor Todd Gitlin, and American political sportswriter, Dave Zirin, who specializes in progressive politics and culture, as they relate to sports.

Jan 29, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown reacts during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers are 21-34 and it’s Because of Brett Brown

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Nov 28, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Philadelphia 76ers forward Dario Saric (9) controls the ball against Toronto Raptors in the second half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: Summing Up the Struggling Saric

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Nov 27, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers Joel Embiid’s Tweet in Retrospect

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Nov 18, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; The Sixers flight squad holds a giant Philadelphia 76ers flag on the court to start the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Wells Fargo Center. The Pacers won 112-85. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers Organization Censors Sevyn Streeter

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Philadelphia 76ers Poised for a National Anthem Protest

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Nov 9, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; The Philadelphia 76ers logo on the warm up shirt of center Jahlil Okafor (not pictured) prior to action against the Chicago Bulls at Wells Fargo Center. The Bulls won 111-88. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers Injuries Harkens Back to St. Joes Basketball

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Jul 9, 2016; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons (25) dribbles the ball during an NBA Summer League game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers Showcasing Elite Rookie Class

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Sep 1, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz works out prior to a game against the New York Jets at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Embiid Come and Be Our Wentz

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Dec 26, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford (7) passes against the Washington Redskins during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Howie Roseman Does His Best Sam Hinkie Imitation

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Dec 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers general manager Sam Hinkie speaks to the media during a press conference to introduce Jerry Colangelo (not pictured) as special advisor before a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Media Double Standards: 76ers Hinkie vs. Eagles Roseman

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Jun 26, 2014; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Dario Saric (Croatia) shakes hands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the number twelve overall pick to the Orlando Magic in the 2014 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: Dario Saric Flag Waving

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Dec 3, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Philadelphia 76ers shorts with logo against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The 76ers defeated the Timberwolves 85-77. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: Keep Noel, Lose StubHub, Add Rooks

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Apr 5, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown talks with forward Nerlens Noel (4) during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: Do Not Trade Nerlens Noel

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Apr 12, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Norman Powell (24) looks to make a pass against Philadelphia 76ers center Nerlens Noel (4) and forward Robert Covington (33) in the second half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers Starting Five for 2016-2017

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Jun 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers number one overall draft pick Ben Simmons (R) and his father David (M) and head coach Brett Brown (L) during an introduction press conference at the Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers: Miracle From Down Under

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March 24, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) plays for the ball against Oregon Ducks forward Dillon Brooks (24) and guard Tyler Dorsey (5) during the second half of the semifinal game in the West regional of the NCAA Tournament at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: The Pro-tential of Simmons and Ingram

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