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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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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.

The Sixers donated more than $27,000 to Philadelphia literacy programs as Jabari Walker visited Stephen Girard School to encourage young readers.

The Sixers and Flyers unveiled exterior renderings of their new Philadelphia arena, a Spectrum-inspired venue scheduled to open in 2030.

Philly Bike Ride returns Oct. 17 with a 20-mile, car-free route taking cyclists past some of Philadelphia’s most iconic landmarks.

The Sixers signed Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr. and Saint Thomas to Exhibit 10 deals ahead of training camp, with a two-way roster spot still open.

Students at 52 Philadelphia schools will be dismissed early Tuesday as temperatures approach 90 degrees. See the full list of affected schools.

Two unvaccinated Lancaster County residents have died from measles, marking Pennsylvania’s first measles-related deaths in 35 years.

Philly-raised Gregory Alan Isakov will headline Philly Music Fest’s 10th anniversary, with two shows at Ardmore Music Hall this October.

The Sixers are adding Phil Handy to Nick Nurse’s coaching staff, reuniting the veteran assistant with LeBron James in Philadelphia.

The Sixers will open against the Knicks, host the Cavaliers in their home opener and face the Lakers on Christmas Day.

Tyrese Maxey reflects on family, fatherhood and giving back as his foundation raised a record of more than $440,000 during Friends & Family Weekend.

Sixers star Jaylen Brown brings a long-standing commitment to community with him from Boston as he begins a new chapter in Philadelphia.

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