Mike O'connor

Mike O'connor

Joined: Oct 27, 2016

Newest addition to the team! Hopped on the Sixers bandwagon in 2001 and never got off. I like to focus more on the X's and O's side of things, so if you're interested in them or have any questions, definitely follow me on Twitter. Graduate of LSCHS and student at University of Richmond.Once hit a 3/4 court shot in high school.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers blocks the shot of DeMarre Carroll #5 of the Toronto Raptors in the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center on December 14, 2016 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Philadelphia 76ers mailbag: Embiid’s defense, Brett Brown’s strategy & more

Feb 9, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown talks with guard Nik Stauskas (11) during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic 112-111. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Nik Stauskas: Year Three Progress Report and Comparison

Jan 13, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) stands for the anthem prior to the start of a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Rounding up Players, Coaches, and Others’ Quotes on Joel Embiid

Nov 17, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot (20) against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The Timberwolves defeated the 76ers 110-86. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

Three Reasons Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot has a Bright NBA Future

Feb 13, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Richaun Holmes (22) reacts after a foul call in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. The 76ers defeated the Hornets 105-99. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Richaun Holmes: Past, Present, and Future

Nov 19, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Justin Anderson (1) eyes Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. The Magic won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Is Justin Anderson a Legitimate Part of the Philadelphia 76ers’ Future?

Oct 26, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) stands for the national anthem prior to action against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Can Joel Embiid win the Rookie of the Year Award over Dario Saric?

Jan 27, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard T.J. McConnell (1) reacts after a score Houston Rockets during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

What is T.J. McConnell’s Future with the Philadelphia 76ers?

Dec 26, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (right) talks with center Jahlil Okafor against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

What the Jahlil Okafor Trade Rumors Mean for Nerlens Noel

Jan 3, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts after being called for a technical foul as Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) gestures behind him during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. The Philadelphia 76ers won 93-91. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Six Philadelphia 76ers Things I like and don’t like

Nov 21, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) along with forward Ersan Ilyasova (7) and guard T.J. McConnell (1) and forward Robert Covington (33) talk during a break in action against the Miami Heat in the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Philadelphia 76ers won 101-94. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Six Sixers Things I Like and Don’t Like

Dec 14, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and forward Nerlens Noel (M) and forward Ben Simmons (R) during a timeout in the second half against the Toronto Raptors at Wells Fargo Center. The Toronto Raptors won 123.114. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Four Most Likely Trades for Philadelphia 76ers Big Men

December 30, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown instructs during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. The 76ers defeated the Kings 110-105. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: Sixers Edition

Dec 11, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (R) and center Jahlil Okafor (M) greet Detroit Pistons forward Stanley Johnson (L) prior to game action at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia 76ers Must Trade not one, not two, but three Big Men

Dec 3, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Jahlil Okafor (8) and Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) reach for loose ball during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Three Things Jahlil Okafor Can Improve his Game Quickly

Nov 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) blocks a shot by Memphis Grizzlies forward Jarell Martin (1) during the first quarter of the game at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY Sports

Stauskas Talks About Embiid and Trash Talking