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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · 6d

I am over on @libertyballers.bsky.social posting clips and talking preseason basketball! Sixers vs. Knicks from Abu Dhabi happening now ⬇️

Liberty Ballers @libertyballers.bsky.social · 6d

Never too early for an alley-oop! VJ Edgecombe to Adem Bona for the bucket

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · 8d

MAKE IT STOPPPPPP

Bryan Toporek @btoporek.bsky.social · 8d

"When a fan links their Prime Video profile to their FanDuel account, their active NBA bets will be displayed and updated on the screen, along with relevant progress and won/lost status, providing an exciting new way to connect plays on the court with active bets."
www.prnewswire.com/news-release...

FanDuel and Amazon Announce Exclusive Odds Provider Partnership for NBA and WNBA on Prime Video

/PRNewswire/ -- FanDuel, the premier online gaming company in North America, today announced a partnership with Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) to become the oﬃcial odds...

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · 22d

New piece for @libertyballers.bsky.social following NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's comments calling basketball a "highlights-based sport" last week...

Adam Silver doesn't care if you watch NBA games 🔽
www.libertyballers.com/nba-rumors-n...

Adam Silver doesn’t care if you watch NBA games

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver raised eyebrows last week when he called basketball a “highlight-based sport.”

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 30

Truly an amazing piece from VJ / The Players' Tribune on Edgecombe's journey from Bimini to Philly - worth taking a few minutes to read the whole thing! ⬇️
www.theplayerstribune.com/vj-edgecombe...

For All The Kids Still Wishing | By VJ Edgecombe

My family used to live off a generator. Now I play for the Philadelphia 76ers.

www.theplayerstribune.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 30

Sixers' rookie VJ Edgecombe via The Players' Tribune
"My family used to live off a generator. Now I play for the Philadelphia 76ers."

"Philly, I’m proud to be one of you, now."

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Paul Hudrick @paulhudrick.bsky.social · Jul 21

We had a few pieces reacting to that excellent Joel Embiid feature. @eringrugan.bsky.social put the tug and pull injury situation in perspective.

The Sixers should have protected Joel Embiid from himself

A recent feature by ESPN shows how Joel Embiid didn’t advocate for himself when he was younger and how that’s created a pattern with the Sixers.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 17

A bit of a longer one from me, but I wanted to write in-depth on my view of the Embiid/Sixers dynamic and address different points I've seen made on social over the last 24 hours

The Sixers should have protected Joel Embiid from himself 🔽
www.libertyballers.com/2025/7/17/24...

The Sixers should have protected Joel Embiid from himself

A recent feature by ESPN shows how Joel Embiid didn’t advocate for himself when he was younger and how that’s created a pattern with the Sixers.

www.libertyballers.com

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Harrison Grimm @harrisongrimm.bsky.social · Jul 10

Can’t get over how happy Joel looks when he’s with Arthur (who is getting quite big!).

Video is from his wife, Anne De Paula

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 10

Sixers' VJ Edgecombe diagnosed with thumb sprain, ruled out vs. Spurs on Thursday and will be re-evaluated Saturday ⬇️
www.libertyballers.com/2025/7/9/244...

Sixers’ VJ Edgecombe diagnosed with thumb sprain, ruled out vs. Spurs

The Sixers will be without their No. 3 overall draft pick VJ Edgecombe for their Summer League contest on Thursday. Edgecombe has been diagnosed with a sprained thumb and will be re-evaluated Saturday...

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 7

Per Shams Charania, ESPN: Kyle Lowry to sign one-year deal with Sixers for his 20th NBA season...

I just can't understand the Sixers going into next season with the trio of Kyle Lowry, Eric Gordon and Andre Drummond all on the roster. Absolute insanity.

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 7

7 p.m. ET on ESPN, NBCSP+

(Phillies don't play until 9:45 tonight anyway!!)

Liberty Ballers @libertyballers.bsky.social · Jul 7

The Summer Sixers play basketball tonight.

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Liberty Ballers @libertyballers.bsky.social · Jul 6

Missed the game last night? No worries, catch up on some of the Sixers highlights from their Summer League contest vs. Utah Jazz here! 🔽
www.libertyballers.com/2025/7/6/244...

Edgecombe shines, Bona slams and more in Sixers vs. Jazz Summer League highlights

The Philadelphia 76ers started their 2025 Summer League campaign on Saturday night, with VJ Edgecombe and Adem Bona filling highlight reels.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jul 1

Not a huge surprise by any means but sounds like Yabu's time in Philly may be over?

Paul Hudrick @paulhudrick.bsky.social · Jul 1

Source confirms the signing of Trendon Watford. Source also indicates it is likely Guerschon Yabusele will sign elsewhere.

Reposted by Erin Grugan

Liberty Ballers @libertyballers.bsky.social · Jun 27

With the No. 35 selection in the 2025 NBA Draft... the Philadelphia 76ers select Johni Broome (Auburn)!

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 26

hopping back over to @libertyballers.bsky.social for the second round of the NBA Draft! Sixers pick No. 35 (fifth pick tonight) and keep up with every selection here ⬇️
www.libertyballers.com/2025/6/26/24...

2025 NBA Draft: Second round pick order and selection tracker

Follow along as the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft unfolds.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 25

hi hello Sixers fans, keep an eye on @libertyballers.bsky.social for all your draft coverage needs!

want to keep up with every pick/trade throughout the first round of the nba draft? follow along with me ⬇️
www.libertyballers.com/2025/6/25/24...

2025 NBA Draft: Pick order and selection tracker

Follow along as the 2025 NBA Draft unfolds.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 23

VJ Edgecombe reportedly ‘appeared nervous,’ ‘did not shoot the ball particularly well’ in workout with Sixers, but 'made a strong impression in interviews and meetings, something the front office values more highly'.

Two days until the 2025 NBA Draft...
www.libertyballers.com/2025/6/23/24...

Report: Edgecombe ‘appeared nervous,’ ‘did not shoot the ball particularly well’ in visit

NBA prospect VJ Edgecombe reportedly ‘appeared nervous’ and ‘did not shoot the ball particularly well’ in a visit with the Philadelphia 76ers.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 23

Heartbreaking end for Indy, but I stand by what I said. After a rough slog of a Sixers season, watching the Pacers throughout these playoffs reminded me about actual basketball-related joy and excitement. One hell of a run.

Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 22

Game 7. I've been riding with one team the entire postseason... had some of the most fun I've had watching ball in awhile... I can't switch it up now...

Pacers.

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 22

Game 7. I've been riding with one team the entire postseason... had some of the most fun I've had watching ball in awhile... I can't switch it up now...

Pacers.

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 19

I really hope this means they believe Hali will be more capable than he was G5...

I get "leave it all on the floor" but he was an actual detriment to his team last game! No disrespect, he was clearly in pain — but leaving him on the floor like that again though would be insane.

The Associated Press @apnews.com · Jun 19

Tyrese Haliburton is going to try to play for the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night while still dealing with a strained right calf.

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton will play in Game 6 of NBA Finals despite calf strain

Tyrese Haliburton is going to try to play for the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night while still dealing with a strained right calf.

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 19

Just kidding. He cancelled the visit.

Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 18

Ace Bailey is set to meet with the Sixers later this week.

Typically, this is just predraft routine. But Bailey has reportedly not yet conducted any workouts to date, having declined invitations from several teams throughout the league... ⬇️
www.libertyballers.com/2025/6/18/24...

Ace Bailey set to visit Sixers and more NBA Draft slop

2025 NBA Draft prospect Ace Bailey is reportedly set to visit the Sixers this week. The visit comes amidst concerns about Bailey reportedly not having worked out for a single team to this point.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 18

Ace Bailey is set to meet with the Sixers later this week.

Typically, this is just predraft routine. But Bailey has reportedly not yet conducted any workouts to date, having declined invitations from several teams throughout the league... ⬇️
www.libertyballers.com/2025/6/18/24...

Ace Bailey set to visit Sixers and more NBA Draft slop

2025 NBA Draft prospect Ace Bailey is reportedly set to visit the Sixers this week. The visit comes amidst concerns about Bailey reportedly not having worked out for a single team to this point.

www.libertyballers.com

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · Jun 4

just realized that NBA Finals Game 1 is tomorrow (Thursday) and Game 2 is... SUNDAY?

First there is this long layoff between conference finals and the championship series... AND there's not even a game on Friday or Saturday?! I'm sure it's a TV issue but woof, that sucks.

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Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · May 19

Full article below ⬇️
www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

New 2025 NBA mock draft: Cooper Flagg at No. 1, but who else makes the cut after the combine?

The draft could get interesting at No. 3. Here's how ESPN's Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo see it playing out.

www.espn.com

Erin Grugan @eringrugan.bsky.social · May 19

RE: The ESPN article discussing the Sixers trading Paul George and the No. 3 pick for someone like Kevin Durant or Lauri Markkanen

Pay close attention to the wording here - "some teams expect" "potential" "could"... This is just the chatter among other teams, nothing more yet.

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