Liberty Ballers: for Philadelphia 76ers fans

What an eventful week in Sixers. Dan, Steve and Emily talk you through it all. From James Harden's trade request and whether or not they'd like to trade Ben Simmons for him, to the Sixers' eventful draft night and new acquisitions of Danny Green and Seth Curry, to the Sixers' new draftees -- Tyrese Maxey, Isaiah Joe and Paul Reed. The trio also reacts in the moment to the Zhaire Smith trade, bids adieu to Norvel Pelle, Marial Shayok, Alec Burks and Raul Neto, and welcomes Dwight Howard.

Then, the pod ends with a 7-game battle in the Most Likely Game.

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The Sixers are a completely different team, so we needed a THREE HOUR PODCAST to react to every single thing that was going on, with many on the Liberty Ballers staff joining usual Talking About hosts Daniel Olinger and Sean Kennedy. If you want to hear us all shout and scream with joy over the Tyrese Maxey, you can find that at the 1:59:00 mark. Mocking of the Celtics for drafting Payton Pritchard comes soon after. Danny Green, Seth Curry, Isaiah Joe and Paul Reed are all Sixers too. What a time to be alive.

Featuring:

Daniel Olinger, Sean Kennedy, Adio Royster, Tyler Monahan, Harrison Grimm, Emily Anderson, Steve Lipman & Dan Volpone.

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HARDEN?!? On the 40th anniversary of host Adio Royster’s birth, Shams Charania tweeted that Houston Rockets guard James Harden might want to move on from Houston to another contender. One of the teams he mentioned were the Philadelphia 76ers. Tom West joins Adio on the pod to discuss this crazy news not one full day into the NBA offseason.

Tom’s column:

https://www.libertyballers.com/2020/11/16/21570234/report-sixers-are-one-of-james-harden-top-trade-destinations-philadelphia-76ers-rockets-nets

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It's a big week on The Gastroenteritis Blues as the draft is upon us! First, Steve Dan and Emily discuss the Chris Heck kerfuffle that emerged from the Sixers' unveiling of the new, back uniforms. They talk about the Lakers' trade for Dennis Schroeder, Russell Westbrook wanting out of Houston and how that all impacts the Sixers.

Then Liberty Ballers and Fansided's Jackson Frank joins the show to discuss Wednesday's NBA draft. Jackson offers thoughts on: Desmond Bane, Tyrell Terry, Tyrese Maxey, Cole Anthony, Isaiah Joe, Grant Riller and more! Which draft prospects compare to Process Sixers? What does Jackson think of Pitt basketball? Who is he most certain will be a Sixer by the end of Wednesday night? It's all here. Enjoy!

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In a draft special episode of "No Particular Hurry," hosts Dave Early and Kevin F. Love interview prospect expert, Spencer Pearlman.

With the NBA Draft just days away this Wednesday, and the Sixers possessing selections: 21, 34, 36, 49, and 58 you're certainly not going to want to miss this one.

In the pod they get to Pearlman's recommendations for the Sixers' specific needs. What does his favorite prospect in their range offer, and what positions can that player defend?

Which two prospects will be impact players from day 1 of this coming season? 

Which prospect reminds him of Derrick white?

Is there a team he could see the Sixers trading up with?

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Finally, after having to delay it for two weeks, Jackson Frank returns to the pod to duel off against Daniel in an alternating, 36-pick mock draft, while Sean moderates it all on this week's episode of The Talking About Podcast.

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With the season … apparently approaching fast, Sean Kennedy joins the podcast to talk about a pair of things with regards to the upcoming season. First, with a short off-season, what teams stand to have an advantage? Are the Sixers one of those teams? Can the Sixers do anything in a VERY BRIEF free agency period? Lastly, the NBA is thinking of welcoming fans back to arenas? Sean and Adio discuss the pros and cons of that debate as well.

Sean’s columns:

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On this week's episode of The Gastroenteritis Blues, Steve, Dan and Emily start by discussing the Sixers stories of the week. The NBA is officially coming back in December, the Sixers are going to pursue James Harden, and Jrue Holiday is available.

Then, the trio welcomes in an extremely esteemed guest in Oscar-nominated screenwriter and huge Sixers fan Michael H. Weber (500 Days of Summer, The Spectacular Now, The Fault in Our Stars, The Disaster Artist). Mr. Weber regales the hosts with awesome stories of working with Myles Teller, Shailene Woodley, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. He also shares anecdotes about personal interactions with Bryan Colangelo and Adam Silver. Finally, the four discuss which Sixer would be the best actor, whether or not being a Philadelphia sports fan has helped Michael write about heartbreak, and how they all currently feel about the direction of the organization.

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Dan and Sean give their reactions to Daryl Morey's introductory press conference, the news that the NBA will likely be starting back up on December 22, and discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding James Harden and Jrue Holiday. Remember — this is a positive podcast now.

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Holy f-word! Daryl Morey is the new President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers! It’s time for “Process 2: Electric Boogaloo”! Tom West joins Adio on the podcast to discuss this epic moment in Sixers history as well as chat about this crazy coaching staff that Doc Rivers has assembled. This is a fun one because we’re excited for Sixers basketball, again! (SIDE NOTE: Wherever you are listening to this podcast … VOTE!)

Tom’s columns:

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