I'm Just A Sixers Fan! The Lauren Fanoftheyear Story

Fultz with the Yips, Embiid's orbital injury, Ben's incredible Rookie Season, 50+ Wins, an unexpected playoff run, and yes, that frickin' Burner Account...

Personally, this was the worst year of my entire life. I didn't know how much more sadness, grief and disappointment I could take. Through all of the tears, my Sixers would get me through my difficult and challenging times. It was my escape and would provide the joy I so desperately needed.

I had to rewind a bit to recall a few memories from the end of the 2015- 2016, and then share more fan experiences from the 2016- 2017 season.

With the #1, The Philadelphia 76ers select Ben Simmons!...Later in September, I would attend the 2016 NBA Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony and celebrate my favorite athlete, Allen Iverson and ultimately have the best fan weekend EVER!

During this time, I was thrilled to meet a few Sixers Legends, including Bobby Jones! Our team was in full tank-mode. But thru it all, I loved my Philadelphia 76ers and I wanted everyone to support the players and just Trust the Process.

Sam Hinkie, The Process, we're season ticket holders again, drafting Joel Embiid.

Pre-teen Kendall would live out one of my Sixers dreams, and as fate and destiny would have it, I would come face-to-face with my NBA hero and my personal GOAT.

Life was life-ing, the end of the Iverson era made me lose interest in my Philadelphia 76ers, but could a child lead me back?

Married with children, and I get to experience my favorite years as a Sixers fan- thanks to Allen Iverson!

My story continues from post high school graduation to starting the next chapter of my life, now as an adult.