Keith PompeyWhat I DoAs the Sixers beat reporter, I provide daily coverage, perspective, a social media presence and long-form takeout pieces about one of the NBA's young emerging teams.Sixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey 13 minutes agoLink copied to clipboardJoel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Joel Embiid’s motivated play, Tyrese Maxey’s missed free throws and more in loss to HawksEmbiid started fast in his first game back from a nine-game layoff.Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: A much-needed easy opponent, another untimely injury, and more from victory over NetsThe Sixers had five players score in double-figures and blocked seven shots to add to their league-leading 6.4 blocks per game. But they lost Andre Drummond to a right knee sprain in the win.Keith Pompey Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboardJoel Embiid, Paul George to miss Sixers’ NBA Cup matchup with Orlando Magic The perennial All-Stars were scratched from the game on Tuesday afternoon.Keith Pompey Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboardVJ Edgecombe sits out Sixers game with tightness in calf"We got the imaging. It’s all clean, just precautionary,” Sixers coach Nick Nurse said of the rookie's ailment. Edgecombe is averaging 15.6 points. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey makes history, Paul George brings stability and more from win over BucksMaxey scored a career-high 54 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, adding yet another reason to keep his name in the MVP conversation. Keith Pompey Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboardPaul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey 3 hours agoLink copied to clipboardJoel Embiid will miss Sixers’ game vs. Wizards; Paul George listed as questionableEmbiid played in Sunday’s double-overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks, but will miss Tuesday's game against Washington due to a right knee injury recovery.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboardJoel Embiid returns to Sixers’ lineup vs. Hawks after missing nine games Embiid was out of the lineup with right knee injury management or soreness.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways: Mounting injuries, poor defense, and more from blowout loss to the MagicWith Joel Embiid, Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., VJ Edgecombe, and Adem Bona all sidelined on Tuesday, Trendon Watford's left adductor strain added to a long list of injuries for the Sixers.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboardTyrese Maxey more concerned about his friend’s health than having Joel Embiid back on the courtEmbiid has been "a little frustrated" by his latest absences tied to an injured right knee, Sixers coach Nick Nurse said. Keith Pompey Nov. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboardTyrese Maxey’s impact extends far beyond basketball. Philly is blessed to have him.The Sixers star continues to show support for the community through various charitable efforts, including his recent turkey giveaway. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers’ Joel Embiid will miss his sixth straight game with knee injuryMeanwhile, Tyrese Maxey is listed as probable and Paul George is set to play his second game of the season. Keith Pompey Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboardCan Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers mailbag: Does it make sense to try to trade Paul George before the trade deadline?Trading George would allow the Sixers to shed the final two seasons of his deal. Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe Sixers’ season has 2024-25 vibes with Joel Embiid and Paul George missing substantial timeThe Sixers have a massive investment in two players, like last season, who have been consistently unable to stay on the court. They've leaned heavily on Tyrese Maxey — possibly too much.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers’ Trendon Watford leaves Magic game with left adductor strainWatford had eight points, one rebound, and an assist in 11 minutes against Orlando and will not return, the team announced.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboardSixers takeaways from a loss to the Heat: Opposing big men causing trouble; Jared McCain has best game Miami's Kel’el Ware and Bam Adebayo dominated against a Sixers team missing Joel Embiid and Adem Bona. McCain made three three-pointers and finished with 15 points.Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboardTyrese Maxey’s historic night against Milwaukee arrived when the Sixers needed it mostAfter his 54-point performance on Thursday, Maxey joined Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain as the only two players in franchise history to produce at least 50 points and nine assists in a game. 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Sixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey 13 minutes agoLink copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Kelly Oubre is ‘trying to stay above water’ while sidelined with a ligament sprain in his left kneeOubre suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Sixers’ 114-105 loss to the Pistons on Nov. 14. “I want to be out there with my guys,” Oubre said.Keith Pompey 13 minutes agoLink copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George finally shared the floor. And the Sixers have a lot of work to do.Sunday also marked just the 19th game that Embiid, George, and Maxey played together since George signed his four-year $211.5 million deal on July 6, 2024.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Joel Embiid’s motivated play, Tyrese Maxey’s missed free throws and more in loss to HawksEmbiid started fast in his first game back from a nine-game layoff.Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Joel Embiid’s motivated play, Tyrese Maxey’s missed free throws and more in loss to HawksEmbiid started fast in his first game back from a nine-game layoff.Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: A much-needed easy opponent, another untimely injury, and more from victory over NetsThe Sixers had five players score in double-figures and blocked seven shots to add to their league-leading 6.4 blocks per game. But they lost Andre Drummond to a right knee sprain in the win.Keith Pompey Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: A much-needed easy opponent, another untimely injury, and more from victory over NetsThe Sixers had five players score in double-figures and blocked seven shots to add to their league-leading 6.4 blocks per game. But they lost Andre Drummond to a right knee sprain in the win.Keith Pompey Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Paul George to miss Sixers’ NBA Cup matchup with Orlando Magic The perennial All-Stars were scratched from the game on Tuesday afternoon.Keith Pompey Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid, Paul George to miss Sixers’ NBA Cup matchup with Orlando Magic The perennial All-Stars were scratched from the game on Tuesday afternoon.Keith Pompey Nov. 25, 2025Link copied to clipboard
VJ Edgecombe sits out Sixers game with tightness in calf"We got the imaging. It’s all clean, just precautionary,” Sixers coach Nick Nurse said of the rookie's ailment. Edgecombe is averaging 15.6 points. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
VJ Edgecombe sits out Sixers game with tightness in calf"We got the imaging. It’s all clean, just precautionary,” Sixers coach Nick Nurse said of the rookie's ailment. Edgecombe is averaging 15.6 points. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey makes history, Paul George brings stability and more from win over BucksMaxey scored a career-high 54 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, adding yet another reason to keep his name in the MVP conversation. Keith Pompey Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Tyrese Maxey makes history, Paul George brings stability and more from win over BucksMaxey scored a career-high 54 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, adding yet another reason to keep his name in the MVP conversation. Keith Pompey Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Paul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey 3 hours agoLink copied to clipboard
Paul George will miss Sixers’ game vs. Warriors; Joel Embiid is questionableGeorge could be available to play on Friday against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Keith Pompey 3 hours agoLink copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid will miss Sixers’ game vs. Wizards; Paul George listed as questionableEmbiid played in Sunday’s double-overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks, but will miss Tuesday's game against Washington due to a right knee injury recovery.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid will miss Sixers’ game vs. Wizards; Paul George listed as questionableEmbiid played in Sunday’s double-overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks, but will miss Tuesday's game against Washington due to a right knee injury recovery.Keith Pompey Dec. 2, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid returns to Sixers’ lineup vs. Hawks after missing nine games Embiid was out of the lineup with right knee injury management or soreness.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joel Embiid returns to Sixers’ lineup vs. Hawks after missing nine games Embiid was out of the lineup with right knee injury management or soreness.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Mounting injuries, poor defense, and more from blowout loss to the MagicWith Joel Embiid, Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., VJ Edgecombe, and Adem Bona all sidelined on Tuesday, Trendon Watford's left adductor strain added to a long list of injuries for the Sixers.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways: Mounting injuries, poor defense, and more from blowout loss to the MagicWith Joel Embiid, Paul George, Kelly Oubre Jr., VJ Edgecombe, and Adem Bona all sidelined on Tuesday, Trendon Watford's left adductor strain added to a long list of injuries for the Sixers.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey more concerned about his friend’s health than having Joel Embiid back on the courtEmbiid has been "a little frustrated" by his latest absences tied to an injured right knee, Sixers coach Nick Nurse said. Keith Pompey Nov. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey more concerned about his friend’s health than having Joel Embiid back on the courtEmbiid has been "a little frustrated" by his latest absences tied to an injured right knee, Sixers coach Nick Nurse said. Keith Pompey Nov. 24, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey’s impact extends far beyond basketball. Philly is blessed to have him.The Sixers star continues to show support for the community through various charitable efforts, including his recent turkey giveaway. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey’s impact extends far beyond basketball. Philly is blessed to have him.The Sixers star continues to show support for the community through various charitable efforts, including his recent turkey giveaway. Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Joel Embiid will miss his sixth straight game with knee injuryMeanwhile, Tyrese Maxey is listed as probable and Paul George is set to play his second game of the season. Keith Pompey Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Joel Embiid will miss his sixth straight game with knee injuryMeanwhile, Tyrese Maxey is listed as probable and Paul George is set to play his second game of the season. Keith Pompey Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Can Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Can Paul George help lead the Sixers (or another team?) on a playoff run? Plus, Tyrese Maxey keeps racking up milestones.Maxey's 649 points through 20 games rank third in franchise history behind Allen Iverson (681) and Wilt Chamberlain (661). And Jaren McCain is rounding nicely into form.Keith Pompey Dec. 3, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers mailbag: Does it make sense to try to trade Paul George before the trade deadline?Trading George would allow the Sixers to shed the final two seasons of his deal. Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers mailbag: Does it make sense to try to trade Paul George before the trade deadline?Trading George would allow the Sixers to shed the final two seasons of his deal. Keith Pompey Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers’ season has 2024-25 vibes with Joel Embiid and Paul George missing substantial timeThe Sixers have a massive investment in two players, like last season, who have been consistently unable to stay on the court. They've leaned heavily on Tyrese Maxey — possibly too much.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The Sixers’ season has 2024-25 vibes with Joel Embiid and Paul George missing substantial timeThe Sixers have a massive investment in two players, like last season, who have been consistently unable to stay on the court. They've leaned heavily on Tyrese Maxey — possibly too much.Keith Pompey Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Trendon Watford leaves Magic game with left adductor strainWatford had eight points, one rebound, and an assist in 11 minutes against Orlando and will not return, the team announced.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers’ Trendon Watford leaves Magic game with left adductor strainWatford had eight points, one rebound, and an assist in 11 minutes against Orlando and will not return, the team announced.Keith Pompey Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways from a loss to the Heat: Opposing big men causing trouble; Jared McCain has best game Miami's Kel’el Ware and Bam Adebayo dominated against a Sixers team missing Joel Embiid and Adem Bona. McCain made three three-pointers and finished with 15 points.Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Sixers takeaways from a loss to the Heat: Opposing big men causing trouble; Jared McCain has best game Miami's Kel’el Ware and Bam Adebayo dominated against a Sixers team missing Joel Embiid and Adem Bona. McCain made three three-pointers and finished with 15 points.Keith Pompey Nov. 23, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey’s historic night against Milwaukee arrived when the Sixers needed it mostAfter his 54-point performance on Thursday, Maxey joined Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain as the only two players in franchise history to produce at least 50 points and nine assists in a game. Keith Pompey Nov. 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Tyrese Maxey’s historic night against Milwaukee arrived when the Sixers needed it mostAfter his 54-point performance on Thursday, Maxey joined Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain as the only two players in franchise history to produce at least 50 points and nine assists in a game. Keith Pompey Nov. 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard