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 Iverson scored 60 points in a single game in 2005, becoming the first Sixer since Wilt to do so.[([[https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2005/feb/13/iverson-goes-for-60-in-win/|spokesman]])]
+===== Triple-Double Machine =====
+Ben Simmons once recorded 12 triple-doubles in a season.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/849jwt/ben_simmons_ties_magic_johnsons_record_of_seven/|reddit]])]
+===== Rebounding Beast =====
+Moses Malone averaged over 15 rebounds per game during his prime with the Sixers.[([[https://www.quora.com/What-did-Moses-Malone-excel-at-while-playing-in-the-NBA|quora]])]
+===== First Arena in Philly =====
+The Sixers first played at the Philadelphia Civic Center after moving from Syracuse.[([[https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/philadelphia-76ers/|visitphilly]])]
+===== Spectrum Glory =====
+The Spectrum was home to the team from 1967 to 1996 and saw two of their championships.[([[https://www.broadstreethockey.com/post/as-the-spectrum-prepares-to-crumble-share-your-memories/|broadstreethockey]])]
+===== Wells Fargo Center =====
+Their current home since 1996 is the Wells Fargo Center, shared with the Flyers (NHL).[([[https://www.newsweek.com/sports/flyers-set-announce-plans-build-new-arena-report-2014120|newsweek]])]
+===== Red, White, and Blue =====
+The team's colors reflect the patriotic theme of 1776.[([[https://logos-world.net/philadelphia-76ers-logo/|logos-world]])]
+===== The Liberty Bell Logo =====
+Their old-school logo featured a basketball and the Liberty Bell.[([[https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/76ers-snake-court-history-logo/g6zbkpffzyzwenjjtnq2wvgy|sportingnews]])]
+===== Classic Uniforms =====
+Their retro "Sixers" uniforms from the Dr. J era remain fan favorites.[([[https://www.nba.com/sixers/history/sixers-history-uniform-retrospective-bicentennial-stars|nba]])]
+===== New Logos Over Time =====
+The team has gone through multiple rebrands, including a futuristic "76ers" logo in the 90s.[([[https://logopoppin.com/blog/nba-logos/|logopoppin]])]
+===== The Name “Sixers” =====
+It’s one of the few team names based on a number, shortened from 1776.[([[https://www.quora.com/Sports-Why-are-some-sport-teams-named-after-a-number|quora]])]
+===== One of the Most Loyal Fanbases =====
+Sixers fans are known for their passion and intensity (sometimes brutally honest).[([[https://www.slamonline.com/archives/philadelphia-sixers-met-angry-fans-tanking/|slamonline]])]
+===== The Process Era =====
+"Trust the Process" became a rallying cry during their rebuilding years (2013–2016).[([[https://www.basketball.com.au/news/philadelphia-76ers-nba-profile-five-things-you-need-to-know|basketball]])]
+===== Sam Hinkie Legacy =====
+Former GM Sam Hinkie’s controversial tanking strategy became legendary among NBA fans.[([[https://www.si.com/nba/2018/05/02/trust-the-process-meaning-philadelphia-76ers-team-motto|si]])]
+===== Meek Mill Anthems =====
+Philly rapper Meek Mill’s music has become synonymous with 76ers intros.[([[https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/meek-mill-76ers-billionaire-owner-michael-rubin-talks-friendship-rapper-justice-8455366/|billboard]])]
+===== Franklin the Dog =====
+The team mascot is named Franklin, after Benjamin Franklin.[([[https://www.libertyballers.com/2015/2/9/8005113/the-sixers-mascot-is-a-blue-dog-named-franklin|libertyballers]])]
+===== Pat Croce Energy =====
+In the early 2000s, owner Pat Croce was known for his charisma and showmanship.[([[https://christopherdorris.com/tough-talks-the-philly-buddha-with-pat-croce/|christopherdorris]])]
+===== Daryl Morey Era =====
+Hired in 2020, Morey brought a data-driven, analytics-heavy approach to roster building.[([[https://www.theringer.com/2022/10/17/nba/daryl-morey-philadelphia-76ers-joel-embiid|theringer]])]
+===== Elton Brand as GM =====
+Former player Elton Brand has served as General Manager since 2018.[([[https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordiejones/2018/09/20/elton-brand-as-sixers-gm-could-work-he-certainly-will/|forbes]])]
+===== Ownership Group =====
+The team is owned by a group called Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.[([[https://www.hbse.com/|hbse]])]
+===== International Roster =====
+Over the years, the Sixers have had stars from Cameroon (Embiid), Australia (Simmons), Turkey (Korkmaz), and more.[([[https://phlsportsnation.com/2016/08/04/the-international-takeover-reviewing-the-sixers-history-with-international-players/|phlsportsnation]])]
+===== Joel Embiid’s Global Appeal =====
+Born in Cameroon, Embiid has become one of the NBA’s most dominant and marketable stars.[([[https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nba/joel-embiids-journey-to-one-of-the-nbas-most-dominant-big-men|foxsports]])]
+===== Global Games =====
+The Sixers have played preseason games in countries like China and the UK.[([[https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/nba/philadelphia-76ers/our-fans-are-everywhere-nba-still-growing-internationally/2075520/?noamp=mobile|nbcphiladelphia]])]
+===== Played Against the Harlem Globetrotters =====
+The Nationals once scrimmaged against the Globetrotters in the 1950s.[([[https://www.syracuse.com/kirst/2015/03/syracuse_nationals_and_nba_and_champions_and_reunion_and_crunch.html|syracuse]])]
+===== Iverson’s Crossover =====
+AI famously crossed up Michael Jordan during his rookie season in one of the most iconic plays in NBA history.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/1565ylo/rookie_allen_iverson_crosses_micheal_jordan_and/|reddit]])]
+===== Longest Losing Streak =====
+The Sixers set an NBA record with 28 straight losses during The Process in 2015.[([[https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/longest-losing-streak-nba-history-process-76ers/c1efcc8d0e16ad5eb2581b81|sportingnews]])]
+===== Historic Comebacks =====
+In 2001, the Sixers came back from a 2–1 deficit to beat the Raptors in the Eastern Semis.[([[http://www.espn.com.br/nba/2001/20010516/recap/torphi.html|espn]])]
+===== AI’s Practice Rant =====
+Allen Iverson’s “We talkin’ ‘bout practice?” press conference is still one of the most quoted moments in sports history.[([[https://andscape.com/features/for-allen-iverson-it-was-never-just-about-practice/|andscape]])]

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