Robby Brod

rbrod@whyy.org

Charlie Brown Jr. during a Sixers-Spurs game in January 2022

For Northeast Philly’s Charlie Brown Jr., playing with the Sixers is a dream come true

“It’s been the craziest year of my life,” the 25-year-old said.

A brief history of ‘The Process’: Everything you need to know to be an informed Sixers fan

Will this finally be the season it comes full circle? All Philly can do is trust.

Juancho Hernangómez, current NBA forward, plays the pivotal roles in 'Hustle'

The first trailer for Adam Sandler’s ‘Hustle’ is brimming with Philly faces and places

Several Sixers players are featured in the forthcoming basketball flick, which is co-produced by LeBron James.

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