Chris Hine

After an investigation that lasted nearly a year, the NBA brought the hammer down on the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday for circumventing the salary cap to pay All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard.

Here are five statistics to monitor if the Sixers are going to be championship contenders with LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and VJ Edgecombe in their "Big 5" lineup.

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Join The Conversation "There's too much to focus on here that takes all the attention away from what-could-be types of things," Richter said as the Union look to move into a playoff spot this weekend.

PHILADELPHIA — One overarching question throughout next season for the 76ers will be: Is this team playing well enough to win a championship?

Sixers To Keep First Round Pick Swap With Clippers In 2029 - RealGM Wiretap

Taking a look at the usage rate statistics of the 76ers starting lineup and just how much players like LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid may have to sacrifice to make it work.

PHILADELPHIA — In the wake of the 76ers' monumental offseason, one concern that players have already started addressing in various statements is, “How much are players going to sacrifice?”

In this Sixers mailbag, beat writer Chris Hine answers questions around the biggest issue facing the team, who the glue guys off the bench might be, and if there's room for Justin Edwards.

PHILADELPHIA - In the wake of the 76ers' monumental offseason, one concern that players have already...