Why doesn’t Philly have a WNBA team? The local history of women’s basketball and the case for bringing it back
Best fan base, large media market, plenty of stadium space — it’s a no-brainer.
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All hail Joel Embiid, the perfect Philadelphia sports hero
It’s a beautiful time to be a Sixers fan.
Would a Sixers arena work on the Philly waterfront? Here’s how other cities fared
Downtown sports stadiums are on the rise across the U.S.
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Allen Iverson’s final on-court battle with Kobe Bryant took place exactly 10 years ago
The pair were lifelong rivals who regarded each other with utmost respect.
Joel Embiid suspended: Here’s what happened in the Sixers center’s brawl
His beef with Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns goes way back.
7 totally last-minute DIY Halloween costumes that scream Philly
Unlike Agholor, Trashy Street, Mike Scott Hive and more.
It’s basically Mike Scott day in Philadelphia
The Sixers star will footrace a fan, sign jerseys in Center City, and eat his first cheesesteak.
A brief guide to the surprisingly long list of Philly’s pro sports teams
There's plenty of underdogs who deserve local love.
Where Mike Scott’s courtside sip ranks among Philly’s most audacious stunts
The Sixers forward took a drink right out of a fan's cup.