Zach Ciavolella
@ciavo
76ers beat reporter & editor for @phillysportsnet.bsky.social & @metrophilly.bsky.social | Occasional guest on @sportsradiowip.bsky.social Gave up the Bucks while God Jrue up the play like Holiday
Asked Tyrese Maxey which of his teammates has the best golf swing. “Probably KCP.” Also shouted out Jaylen Brown, Dominick Barlow, Justin Edwards, Jabari Walker, and Labaron Philon, who all participated at yesterday’s outing.
Asked Tyrese Maxey about seeing his Friends & Family weekend continue to grow year after year. “That’s the biggest thing.”
Kid at Tyrese Maxey’s skilled camp asked him how much younger he is than LeBron. Hysterical answer by Tyrese
Asked Tyrese Maxey about how fatherhood has impacted his work in the community. Maxey’s passion for impacting the community is a family affair, instilled by his grandmother and cultivated by his parents.
Spoke to former Sixer Marc Jackson who joined the Sixers Youth Foundation for a basketball clinic at Rufus Williams Court at Cobbs Creek Park in West Philly.
Jaylen Brown is officially a Sixer, the team announced He will wear No. 7.
Another season in the books. If I’m honest, it was a fight, trying to find my place, my voice. It took most of the year, but I’ve learned so much about what it takes and who I want to be on the beat. Grateful for the support along the way. “God already has it written up.” - K9
Asked Nick Nurse about Paul George’s hot start and slow finish in Game 3. Here’s what he had to say:
Earlier today, the Sixers, represented by Marc Jackson, visited Camden's Pride Elementary School to surprise local teachers with playoff tickets to tonight’s Game 3 matchup. Tonight, the team is hosting a combined 500 frontline medical personnel and local educators. 📸: @sixersnba.bsky.social
Trying to explain to my wife why Jayson Tatum being OUT is actually more terrifying for Sixers fans.
Kelly Oubre Jr. has drawn 11 offensive fouls on the Celtics through the first six games of their first-round series, causing a major disruption of Boston's offense. Here's every offensive foul he's drawn this series:
Sixers rookie Johni Broome was a full participant in practice with no limitations. Continued on court activities after practice as well.
Absolutely clutch performance by Houston to avoid the win, as their pick (owned by Philly) keeps its 1.5 game lead over Cleveland in the draft standings.
What the hell happened in Cleveland? I don't think I've ever seen a game like this...
Kelly Oubre appears to be getting ready for a return to action. Oubre was listed as OUT for tomorrow’s matchup against Chicago.
More movement on the #mccainpickwatch as the Rockets fall to the Chicago Bulls and the pick moves up to No. 21, the highest it's been since it was acquired.
Asked Jared McCain his thoughts on #Duke’s performance in the NCAA Tournament so far and their chances to win it all.
Major movement on the #mccainpickwatch as HOU falls to LAL, moving their 1st (owned by PHI) to 22. Koa Peat is a high-end athlete who ideally becomes a quality defender and connective playmaker in the NBA. Tempting in the 20s, but would be hard for me to pass on Chris Cenac Jr.
Huge game tonight for the #mccainpickwatch as the Rockets face the Lakers. After wins by Denver, Cleveland and Minnesota, a Houston loss could move their draft pick (owned by Philly) up to 21. Wolves and Nuggets also play tonight, against the tanking Jazz and Grizzlies.
Johni Broome underwent a partial meniscectomy to address a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee. Sixers say the surgery was a success and he will be reevaluated in four weeks.
VJ Edgecombe on Joel Embiid playing through pain including a rib injury tonight:
Maxey on setting the record on front of the home crowd and passing Iverson in the Sixers’ “Iverson era” jersey.
