Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers (often referred to as the Sixers) are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, they are one of the oldest franchises in the NBA. After their move to Philadelphia, a contest was held to decide on their new name. The winning name, chosen by Walter Sta... More

Founded:

  • 1946

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Also known as:

  • 76ers,
  • Sixers

Basketball Team

Head Coach

Doug Collins

Paul Douglas "Doug" Collins (born July 28, 1951) is a retired American basketball player, a former four-time NBA All-Star and currently the head coach of the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers. Collins enjoyed a successful high school basketball career at Benton High School in Benton, Illinois, under...

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Previous coaches:

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  • 2005
  • 2008
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