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Why the Sixers aren’t Eastern Conference title contenders just yet | Podcast

Our Keith Pompey believes the 2021-22 season is when the team will take the next step.

Joel Embiid (left) and Coach Doc Rivers have a discussion during a timeout during a preseason game against the Celtics last week.
Joel Embiid (left) and Coach Doc Rivers have a discussion during a timeout during a preseason game against the Celtics last week.Read moreCHARLES FOX / Staff Photographer

Keith Pompey explains why the Sixers won’t contend for the Eastern Conference title this season, as some are suggesting. He believes the 2021-22 season is when the team will take the next step. Pompey also talks about what Tyrese Maxey brings to the second unit.

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    As 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.