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Zach Ciavolella

Zach Ciavolella

Zach Ciavolella is the Digital Editor at Metro Philadelphia and a Philadelphia-born writer who has covered the Philadelphia 76ers since 2019. A credentialed Sixers beat reporter for the past four seasons, he reports on breaking news, provides year-round NBA coverage and helps lead Metro's digital newsroom. When he's not writing, Zach enjoys debating basketball, watching movies and cooking for family and friends.

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The Sixers opened the LeBron James era with a 106-100 win over the Knicks. Takeaways on Joel Embiid's defense, Tyrese Maxey and Philadelphia's new-look roster.

The Sixers' first injury report lists Dominick Barlow as out and Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona as questionable for the season opener vs. the Knicks.

The Sixers enter the 2026-27 NBA season with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. Here's a look at their roster, biggest questions and championship expectations.

The Sixers have converted Tacko Fall's Exhibit 10 deal into a two-way contract, adding frontcourt depth following Ariel Hukporti's season-ending injury.

Joel Embiid scored 27 points, LeBron James impressed with his passing and the Sixers showed encouraging signs in their preseason finale against the Celtics.

Sixers starters are expected to play into the second half vs. Boston, while the team shared injury updates on Adem Bona and Anfernee Simons ahead of the opener.

Sixers forward Justin Edwards returned to his former Philadelphia elementary school, where his childhood NBA dreams inspired a special gym dedication.

VJ Edgecombe continued to impress as the Sixers faced Paul George and the Celtics in Boston. Here are the biggest takeaways from Philadelphia's preseason game.

LeBron James impressed as a playmaker in the Sixers' preseason loss to the Nets, but turnovers and Joel Embiid's uneven performance raised concerns.

Sixers center Ariel Hukporti suffered a season-ending torn Achilles, leaving Philadelphia with major questions about its depth behind Joel Embiid.

Nick Nurse discussed the Sixers’ early offensive approach, LeBron James’ role as a creator and the latest injury updates from training camp.

Joel Embiid continues to impress at Sixers training camp, while Nick Nurse discussed preseason plans and rookie Labaron Philon’s strong showing.

VJ Edgecombe is embracing a larger leadership role with the Sixers as he prepares to take on greater responsibility on the defensive end.

The Sixers opened training camp Tuesday, offering an early look at Joel Embiid’s health, LeBron James’ impact and the new-look roster.

LeBron James revealed Tyrese Maxey was one of the main factors in his decision to join the Sixers and discussed what Philadelphia must do to contend.

The Sixers are bringing back their Iverson-era black Classic jerseys for 2026-27 while announcing Bloom Energy as their new jersey patch partner.

How does Anfernee Simons fit with the Sixers? A closer look at his three-point shooting, on-ball ability, defense and role in Philadelphia’s rotation.

Sixers center Adem Bona suffered a left foot sprain and will be reevaluated at the start of training camp, adding to Philadelphia’s questions at center.

Matt Cord announced he will return for a 29th season as the Sixers’ public address announcer after previously planning to retire.

Jalen Hurts is donating $600,000 to bring air conditioning to Northeast High School, the largest high school in Philadelphia.

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