ADVERTISEMENT

Last Updated:
2024-09-22 08:21:10

Philadelphia 76ers

Professional basketball team based in Philadelphia.
Professional basketball team based in Philadelphia.

The Philadelphia 76ers, also known as the 76ers, are a historic NBA franchise with three championships. The team has seen legendary players like Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving, and Allen Iverson.

Community for Timeline Editors
Place where unique editors like you interact
3
Championships Won

The Philadelphia 76ers have won a total of 3 championships in their history.

53
Playoff Appearances

The Philadelphia 76ers have made 53 playoff appearances in their history.

1776
Philadelphia 76ers Name Origin

The name '76ers' was derived from the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It was chosen by contest winner Walt Stahlberg.

1939
Philadelphia 76ers Founded

The Philadelphia 76ers, an American professional basketball team, was founded in 1939 in Syracuse, New York as the Nationals. The team is the oldest franchise in the NBA.

1946
Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers, founded in 1946, are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a notable presence in the NBA.

1946-06-06
Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers are a professional basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They were established in 1946 as the Syracuse Nationals before moving to Philadelphia in 1963.

1946-11-14
Syracuse Nationals Franchise Creation

On November 14, 1946, Danny Biasone, the owner and founder of the Syracuse Nationals, established the franchise by sending a check of $5,000 to the National Basketball League (NBL). The team's first professional game resulted in a victory against the Youngstown Bears.

1947
Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers were established in 1947 as a professional basketball team.

1949-01-01
Syracuse Nationals Join NBA

On January 1, 1949, the Syracuse Nationals became part of the National Basketball Association (NBA) after transitioning from the NBL.

1949-11-03
Syracuse Nationals Join the NBA

The Syracuse Nationals joined the NBA on November 3, 1949, after six teams from the National Basketball League merged with the Basketball Association of America to form the National Basketball Association. Under head coach Al Cervi, the Nationals achieved a remarkable 51-13 record in their inaugural NBA season.

1949-11-24
Longest Game in Nationals' History

The Nationals defeated the Anderson Packers in a five-overtime game at Syracuse, N.Y., making it the longest game in franchise history and the second longest game in NBA history.

1950-04-23
NBA Finals Loss to Minneapolis Lakers

The Nationals lost to the George Mikan-led Minneapolis Lakers in Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

1954-04-12
NBA Finals Loss to Minneapolis Lakers

The Nationals lost Game 7 and the series to the Minneapolis Lakers in the NBA Finals.

1955-04-10
First NBA Championship Win

The Nationals defeated the Fort Wayne Pistons in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, capturing the franchise's first NBA Championship after overcoming a 17-point deficit.

1959-02-01
Dolph Schayes' 50-Point Game

Dolph Schayes scored 50 points in a game against the Boston Celtics, recording the first 50-point game in franchise history.

1960-12-25
Largest Margin of Victory

The Sixers achieved their largest margin of victory in franchise history by demolishing the New York Knicks 162-100.

1961-03-18
The Nationals defeat Philadelphia Warriors in Division Semifinals

On March 18, 1961, The Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Warriors and Wilt Chamberlain 106-103 in the 1960-61 Division Semifinals, completing a three-game sweep.

1963-03-26
Syracuse Nationals Relocation to Philadelphia

The Syracuse Nationals were purchased by investors Irv Kosloff and Ike Richman and moved to Philadelphia, where they were renamed the 76ers. The relocation was due to the team's inability to thrive in a medium-sized city like Syracuse.

1963-05-22
Syracuse Nationals relocate to Philadelphia

In the spring of 1963, Ike Richman and Irv Kosloff purchased the Syracuse Nationals from Danny Biasone and relocated the franchise from Syracuse, N.Y. to Philadelphia on May 22, 1963, marking the return of professional basketball to Philadelphia.

1964-03-29
Sixers finish first season with playoff loss to Cincinnati

On March 29, 1964, the Sixers finished their first season with a playoff loss to Cincinnati. The season also saw Dolph Schayes named as the first coach and guard Hal Greer becoming the first Sixers All-Star.

1965-01-01
Wilt Chamberlain Joins Sixers

Wilt Chamberlain joins the Philadelphia 76ers on January 1, 1965.

1965-01-15
76ers trade players with Warriors

On January 15, 1965, halfway through the 1964-65 season, the 76ers traded Paul Neumann, Connie Dierking, Lee Shaffer, and cash to the Warriors.

1965-12-03
Death of Co-owner Ike Richman

During a game at the Boston Garden, Philadelphia 76ers co-owner Ike Richman suffered a heart attack and passed away courtside.

1966-11-05
Sixers end longest win streak in franchise history

On November 5, 1966, the Sixers ended their longest win streak in franchise history, spanning two seasons, with a loss to Boston (105-87).

1967-04-24
76ers win second NBA Championship

On April 24, 1967, the 76ers defeated San Francisco 125-122 in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, winning the franchise’s second NBA Championship after finishing the regular season with a franchise record of 68-13.

1967-10-18
Sixers play first game in the Spectrum

On October 18, 1967, the Sixers played their first game in the Spectrum in front of 9,106 fans, moving from the Philadelphia Civic Center. The team would finish the 1967-68 season with their third straight Eastern Division title.

1967-12-16
Wilt Chamberlain scores franchise record 68 points

On December 16, 1967, Wilt Chamberlain scored a franchise record 68 points in a 143-123 win against Chicago.

1968-02-02
Wilt Chamberlain's Double Triple-Double

On February 2, 1968, in a game against the Detroit Pistons, Wilt Chamberlain achieved a remarkable feat by recording 22 points, 25 rebounds, and 21 assists, marking the only double triple-double in NBA history.

1972
1971–72 Philadelphia 76ers Season

Only five years after their championship win, the 76ers finished with a 30–52 record and missed the postseason for the first time in franchise history, marking a significant decline in their performance.

1976-05-01
Dr. J joins Philadelphia 76ers

On May 1, 1976, Dr. J (Julius Erving) joined the Philadelphia 76ers after being traded from the ABA team New Jersey Nets for $6 million dollars.

1976-10-21
Julius Erving Joins the Sixers

On October 21, 1976, Julius Erving was purchased from the New York Nets by the Philadelphia 76ers. Erving went on to have a stellar career with the Sixers, scoring 18,364 points and blocking a franchise record 1,293 shots.

1976-11-19
Hal Greer's Jersey Retirement

The Sixers retired Hal Greer's jersey No. 15 on November 19, 1976. Greer, who played 15 seasons with the franchise, holds the record for scoring the most points in Sixers history with 21,586 points.

1976-12-17
Billy Cunningham's Jersey Retirement

On December 17, 1976, the Sixers retired Billy Cunningham's jersey No. 32. Cunningham, a former player who spent nine seasons with the Sixers, was honored for his achievements, including being named the 1966 NBA Rookie of the Year and a four-time All-NBA selection.

1977-06-05
Sixers' Loss in 1977 NBA Finals

On June 5, 1977, the Philadelphia 76ers suffered a defeat to Portland in Game 6 of the 1977 NBA Finals, marking the team's fifth appearance in the championship series.

1977-10-19
Billy Cunningham's Coaching Debut

Coach Billy Cunningham won his first game with the Sixers on October 19, 1977, against Detroit. Cunningham went on to become the winningest coach in Sixers history with a record of 454-196 and a winning percentage of .698.

1978
Philadelphia 76ers lose in conference finals to Washington Bullets

The Philadelphia 76ers, after adopting the motto 'We owe you one' in the 1977-78 season, ended up losing in the conference finals to the Washington Bullets.

1980-05-16
Sixers Win 1980 Eastern Conference Championship

In the first season of the three-point line in the NBA, the Philadelphia 76ers captured the 1980 Eastern Conference Championship but unfortunately lost to the L.A. Lakers in the NBA Finals.

1981-07
Harold Katz Buys the 76ers

In July 1981, Harold Katz purchased the Philadelphia 76ers from Fitz Dixon.

1982-06-08
Sixers Reach NBA Finals in 1982

After defeating the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Philadelphia 76ers advanced to the NBA Finals but lost to the Lakers in six games.

1982-09-15
Moses Malone traded to Philadelphia 76ers

On September 15, 1982, Moses Malone was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.

1983-05-31
Sixers win NBA Finals 1983

The Philadelphia 76ers emerged victorious in the NBA Finals of 1983.

1984-01
Charles Barkley Joins the Sixers

On January 1, 1984, Charles Barkley became a part of the Sixers team.

1984-06
Charles Barkley Drafted by Sixers

In June 1984, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Charles Barkley as the fifth overall pick in the NBA Draft. Barkley went on to play eight seasons with the Sixers, scoring 14,184 points in 610 games.

1984-10
Charles Barkley joins Philadelphia 76ers

After a disappointing 1983–84 season, Charles Barkley arrived in Philadelphia for the 1984–85 season and brought delight to the fans with his humorous and controversial ways.

1986-03-25
Sixers Retire David Zinkoff's Microphone

On March 25, 1986, the Philadelphia 76ers retired the microphone of David Zinkoff, who served as the Sixers' public address announcer for 22 seasons from 1963 to 1985.

1986-06-16
Controversial trades by Katz

On June 16, 1986, Katz made controversial moves by trading Moses Malone and the first overall pick in the 1986 NBA draft, which had been obtained from the San Diego Clippers, to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

1986-11-07
Sixers Retire Bobby Jones' Jersey

On November 7, 1986, the Philadelphia 76ers retired Bobby Jones' jersey No. 24. Jones, a key member of the 1983 NBA Championship team, played eight of his 10 NBA seasons with the Sixers and was a defensive stalwart.

1988-04-18
Julius Erving’s jersey No. 6 retired

On April 18, 1988, the Philadelphia 76ers retired Julius Erving's jersey No. 6. Erving, who played with the Sixers from 1976 to 1987, was honored for his contributions to the team.

1989
Philadelphia 76ers in NBA Season 1988-89

The Philadelphia 76ers competed in the 1988-89 NBA season, finishing with a record of 46-36. They secured the 2nd position out of 6 in their division. The team was led by head coach J. Lynam and star player C. Barkley.

1991-03-18
Wilt Chamberlain’s jersey No. 13 retired

The Philadelphia 76ers retired Wilt Chamberlain's jersey No. 13 on March 18, 1991. Chamberlain, who played with the Sixers from 1964 to 1968, was recognized for his impact on the team.

1992-06-17
Charles Barkley traded to Phoenix Suns

On June 17, 1992, Charles Barkley was traded to the Phoenix Suns for Jeff Hornacek, Tim Perry, and Andrew Lang, a deal that faced harsh criticism.

1993
Dr. J Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

In 1993, Dr. J was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame and recognized as one of the most memorable athletes in history.

1994-12-13
Sixers' 2,000th franchise victory

On December 13, 1994, the Philadelphia 76ers achieved their 2,000th franchise victory by defeating the Miami Heat at the Spectrum. It was a significant milestone for the team.

1995-01-01
Jerry Stackhouse Drafted by Philadelphia 76ers

On January 1, 1995, Jerry Stackhouse was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round as the third overall pick in the 1995 NBA Draft.

1995-02-06
Maurice Cheeks’ jersey No. 10 retired

The Philadelphia 76ers retired Maurice Cheeks' jersey No. 10 on February 6, 1995. Cheeks, who played 15 seasons in the NBA and 11 with the Sixers, holds the franchise record for career assists.

1996-04-24
Comcast-Spectacor purchases the 76ers

On April 24, 1996, Comcast-Spectacor acquired the Philadelphia 76ers from Harold Katz. This marked a significant change in ownership for the team.

1996-11-01
Sixers' first game at the Center

On November 1, 1996, the Philadelphia 76ers played their first game at the Center and were defeated by the Milwaukee Bucks. It was a historic moment for the team.

1997-10-31
Sixers unveil new logo

On October 31, 1997, the Philadelphia 76ers revealed their first major logo change since 1963. The updated logo modernized the team's branding with new colors and design elements.

1998-04-17
Franchise Record for Home Game Attendance at the Center

On April 17, 1998, 21,305 fans set the franchise record for home game attendance at the Center as the Sixers played against the Chicago Bulls.

2000-01
Philadelphia 76ers NBA Finals Loss to the Lakers

During the 2000-01 season, the 76ers had a strong start, winning their first ten games and dominating the Atlantic Division. They acquired Dikembe Mutombo to strengthen their team, finishing with a 56-26 record, their first Atlantic Division title since 1989-90, and the top seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs.

2001-01-01
Sixers reach NBA Finals against Lakers

On January 1, 2001, the Philadelphia 76ers made it to the NBA Finals where they faced the Los Angeles Lakers.

2001-03-30
Retirement of Charles Barkley's Jersey No. 34

On March 30, 2001, the Sixers retired Charles Barkley's jersey No. 34. Barkley had played with the Sixers from 1984 to 1992.

2001-05-20
Eastern Conference Finals: Philadelphia 76ers vs Milwaukee Bucks Game Seven

The 76ers won a decisive Game Seven against the Milwaukee Bucks with a 108–91 victory, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1983.

2001-06-06
NBA Finals: Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers Game One

The 76ers secured a 107–101 triumph in Game One of the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers, with Iverson hitting a go-ahead three-pointer and famously stepping over Tyronn Lue.

2001-06-09
NBA Finals: Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers Game Three

Despite a late surge by the Sixers, the Lakers won Game Three with a 96–91 victory after Robert Horry's clutch three-pointer sealed the game.

2001-06-15
NBA Finals: Philadelphia 76ers vs Los Angeles Lakers Game Five

The Los Angeles Lakers secured their second consecutive NBA title with a 108–96 win over the 76ers in Game Five of the NBA Finals.

2002-03
Philadelphia 76ers in NBA Season 2002-03

The Philadelphia 76ers had a successful NBA season in 2002-03, finishing with a record of 48-34. They reached the Eastern Conference Semifinals but unfortunately lost. Allen Iverson was a key player for the team with an average of 9.2 assists per game.

2003-05-31
Larry Brown Resigns as Head Coach

On Memorial Day in 2003, Larry Brown resigned as the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers and later took over the Detroit Pistons. This marked the end of his tenure with the 76ers.

2004-05
Philadelphia 76ers Lost Eastern Conference 1st Round

In the 2004-05 NBA season, the Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated in the Eastern Conference 1st Round. The team was led by head coach Jim O'Brien and star player Allen Iverson.

2005-05-18
Allen Iverson Named to All-NBA First Team

On May 18, 2005, Allen Iverson was named to the All-NBA First Team for the third time in his career. It was also the sixth time he received All-NBA honors and won the league's scoring title for the fourth time.

2006-01-11
Chris Webber Buyout

The 76ers and aging forward Chris Webber agreed to a buyout of his contract, with the 76ers paying Webber $36 million over the next 1½ seasons.

2006-12-05
Allen Iverson's Ultimatum

On December 5, 2006, Allen Iverson issued an ultimatum to the 76ers management, expressing his dissatisfaction with the team's direction and requesting better support or a trade. This highlighted tensions within the team.

2006-12-19
Allen Iverson and Ivan McFarlin Trade to Denver Nuggets

Allen Iverson and Ivan McFarlin were traded to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for guard Andre Miller, forward Joe Smith, and two first-round draft picks.

2007-12-04
Ed Stefanski Replaces Billy King as 76ers General Manager

On December 4, 2007, the 76ers fired Billy King and replaced him with Ed Stefanski.

2008-04-04
76ers Clinch Playoff Berth with Win Over Atlanta Hawks

With Andre Iguodala, the 76ers clinched a playoff berth with a win over the Atlanta Hawks on April 4, 2008, marking their first postseason appearance since 2005.

2008-07-09
Elton Brand Signs with 76ers

On July 9, 2008, the 76ers signed power forward Elton Brand to a five-year, $79.795 million contract, after trading Rodney Carney and renouncing their rights to all their unrestricted free agents.

2008-09-02
Donyell Marshall Signs with 76ers

Donyell Marshall was signed on September 2, 2008, after expressing his desire to end his career in Philadelphia.

2008-12-13
Maurice Cheeks Fired as 76ers Head Coach

Head coach Maurice Cheeks was fired on December 13, 2008, and assistant general manager Tony DiLeo took over.

2009-03-13
76ers Play Final Game at Wachovia Spectrum

The 76ers played their final game at the Wachovia Spectrum, winning 104–101 over the Chicago Bulls on March 13, 2009, before the arena was scheduled to be imploded.

2009-04-04
Philadelphia 76ers Clinch Playoff Berth

Despite facing challenges including Elton Brand's injury, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a spot in the playoffs with a victory over the Detroit Pistons on April 4, 2009. The win marked their successful entry into the postseason.

2009-06-01
Eddie Jordan Becomes 76ers Head Coach

Former Washington Wizards coach Eddie Jordan was introduced as the 76ers' new coach on June 1, 2009.

2009-12-02
Iverson's Return to the Philadelphia 76ers

On December 2, 2009, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Allen Iverson to a one-year prorated $1.3 million non-guaranteed contract. Iverson made his return against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 11 points, with six assists and five rebounds, but later left the team indefinitely to attend to his daughter's illness.

2010-05-20
Doug Collins Becomes Head Coach of Philadelphia 76ers

On May 20, 2010, Doug Collins was appointed as the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers. Collins, a former player for the team and experienced coach in the NBA, took on the leadership role to guide the 76ers in the upcoming season.

2011-04-01
Sixers Clinch Playoff Berth

The Philadelphia 76ers secured a spot in the playoffs on April 1, 2011, marking their third playoff appearance in the last four years.

2011-07-13
Sale of the Philadelphia 76ers to Apollo Global Management Group

On July 13, 2011, Comcast-Spectacor agreed to sell the Philadelphia 76ers to an investment group led by Apollo Global Management co-founder Josh Harris for $280 million. The sale included notable figures like Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith as part of the ownership group.

2011-09-18
Sale of the Philadelphia 76ers to Joshua Harris and David Blitzer

The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved the sale of the Philadelphia 76ers to an investment group led by Joshua Harris and David Blitzer.

2012-01-06
Sixers Home Opener Delayed

The Philadelphia 76ers had to delay their home opener until January 6, 2012, due to the delayed start of the 2011–12 NBA season.

2012-03-19
Andrew Bynum Season-Ending Surgery

Andrew Bynum, the All-Star center acquired by the 76ers, had season-ending surgery on both knees after facing multiple setbacks and injuries throughout the season.

2012-04-18
Doug Collins Resigns as 76ers Coach

Doug Collins resigned as the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers due to declining health and a desire to spend more time with his family. He continued to work with the team in an advisory role.

2012-05-26
76ers lose to Celtics in Game 7 of ECSF

On May 26, 2012, the Jrue Holiday/Andre Iguodala led Philadelphia 76ers were defeated by the Boston Celtics, led by KG, Pierce, Allen, and Rondo, in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

2012-08-09
Four-Team Trade Involving 76ers

The 76ers were part of a four-team trade involving the Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic, and Denver Nuggets on August 9, 2012, which resulted in them acquiring Andrew Bynum.

2013-03-19
Andrew Bynum's Season-Ending Surgery

On March 19, 2013, the Philadelphia 76ers announced that Andrew Bynum would undergo season-ending surgery on both knees, after a series of setbacks and injuries.

2013-04-18
76ers fire HC Doug Collins

On April 18, 2013, the Philadelphia 76ers dismissed head coach Doug Collins following a disappointing 34-48 season.

2013-05-10
76ers hire Sam Hinkie as GM and President of Basketball Operations

On May 10, 2013, the Philadelphia 76ers appointed Sam Hinkie as the General Manager and President of Basketball Operations.

2013-05-11
Sam Hinkie replaces Tony DiLeo as general manager

On May 11, Sam Hinkie, who had previously worked for the Houston Rockets, was announced as the new general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers, replacing Tony DiLeo.

2013-05-14
Appointment of Sam Hinkie as President of Basketball Operations and General Manager

The Sixers named Sam Hinkie as the President of Basketball Operations and General Manager.

2013-06-27
76ers draft Michael Carter-Williams and trade Jrue Holiday

On June 27, 2013, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Michael Carter-Williams as the 11th overall pick and traded Jrue Holiday to the New Orleans Pelicans for Nerlens Noel and a 2014 first round pick.

2013-07-08
Adam Aron steps down as CEO of 76ers

Adam Aron stepped down as the CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers on July 8 and was succeeded by Scott O'Neil. Aron continued to hold a position as a co-owner of the team.

2013-07-12
Trade of Jrue Holiday for Nerlens Noel

The Philadelphia 76ers agreed to trade Jrue Holiday and a draft pick to the New Orleans Pelicans for Nerlens Noel and a future first-round pick. This move marked the beginning of the team's rebuilding phase known as 'The Process'.

2013-08-12
Brett Brown hired as Head Coach of 76ers

On August 12, 2013, Brett Brown was appointed as the Head Coach of the Philadelphia 76ers.

2013-08-14
Announcement of Brett Brown as head coach of the Sixers

Brett Brown was announced as the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers.

2014-03-01
Retirement of Allen Iverson's No. 3 jersey

The Sixers retired Allen Iverson's No. 3 jersey in honor of his 12 seasons with the team and being the second-highest scorer in franchise history.

2014-06-26
76ers draft Joel Embiid and Jerami Grant

On June 26, 2014, after a 19-63 season, the Philadelphia 76ers drafted Joel Embiid as the 3rd overall pick and Jerami Grant as the 39th overall pick.

2014-11-29
76ers set franchise record for losses to start the season

On November 29, 2014, the Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Dallas Mavericks 103–110, setting a franchise record for losses to start the season with a record of 0–16.

2014-12-03
76ers break losing streak and win first game of the season

On December 3, 2014, the Philadelphia 76ers won their first game of the 2014–15 season with an 85–77 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, breaking their losing streak.

2015-02-10
Introduction of Franklin the Dog as Philadelphia 76ers Mascot

Franklin the Dog was introduced as the new Philadelphia 76ers mascot at The Franklin Institute in front of 400 fans and media. He later made his debut at the Wells Fargo Center on February 19, 2015.

2015-02-19
76ers trade ROTY Michael Carter Williams to Bucks

On February 19, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers traded Rookie of the Year Michael Carter Williams to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for a Lakers first round pick.

2015-05-12
Introduction of updated brand identity for the Sixers

The Sixers introduced an updated brand identity, including new logos, uniforms, and design variations.

2015-05-19
76ers select Jahlil Okafor in the 2015 NBA draft

On May 19, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers were awarded the third overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft and selected Duke center Jahlil Okafor.

2015-06-25
76ers select Jahlil Okafor #3 overall

On June 25, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Jahlil Okafor as the third overall pick in the NBA draft after a challenging 18-64 season.

2015-07-01
76ers trade rights of overseas players to Kings for Nik Stauskas, Jason Thompson, Carl Landry, and more

On July 1, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers traded the rights of overseas players to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Nik Stauskas, Jason Thompson, Carl Landry, an unprotected first round pick, and 2 pick swaps, as part of a salary dump by Sacramento.

2015-07-31
76ers trade Jason Thompson to Warriors for Gerald Wallace + 2016 pick swap

On July 31, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers made a trade with the Golden State Warriors involving Jason Thompson going to the Warriors in exchange for Gerald Wallace and a 2016 pick swap.

2015-11-14
76ers lose 25th straight game

As of November 14, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers lost their 25th straight game dating back to the last season in their loss against the Los Angeles Clippers.

2015-11-27
76ers set franchise record for most triples in a game

On November 27, 2015, the Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Houston Rockets 116–114, setting a franchise record of 16 total triples during the losing effort.

2016-03-01
76ers miss playoffs for fourth straight season

On March 1, 2016, the Philadelphia 76ers, with a record of 8–51, missed the playoffs for the fourth straight season.

2016-03-12
Retirement of Dolph Schayes' No. 4 jersey

The Sixers retired Dolph Schayes' No. 4 jersey to honor his 15 NBA seasons, including his time with the Syracuse Nationals before they moved to Philadelphia.

2016-04-06
Sam Hinkie resigns as GM and President of Basketball Operations

On April 6, 2016, Sam Hinkie stepped down from his positions as General Manager and President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers.

2016-04-10
Brian Colangelo becomes GM and President of Basketball Operations

Brian Colangelo was appointed as the General Manager and President of Basketball Operations for the Philadelphia 76ers on April 10, 2016.

2016-06-23
76ers select Ben Simmons #1 overall

On June 23, 2016, the Philadelphia 76ers made the decision to select Ben Simmons as the first overall pick in the NBA draft following a challenging 10-72 season.

2016-09-23
Opening of Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex in Camden, New Jersey

The Philadelphia 76ers officially opened their new training complex in Camden, New Jersey on September 23, 2016. This facility serves as the team's training center and headquarters for basketball operations.

2016-11-01
76ers trade Jerami Grant to OKC

The Philadelphia 76ers executed a trade on November 1, 2016, sending Jerami Grant to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Ersan Ilyasova and a 2020 first round pick.

2017-06-19
76ers trade #3 and #13 pick for #1 overall pick

In a significant move on June 19, 2017, the Philadelphia 76ers traded their #3 and #13 picks to acquire the #1 overall pick in the NBA draft.

2017-06-22
76ers draft Markelle Fultz #1 overall

On June 22, 2017, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Markelle Fultz as the first overall pick in the NBA draft following a 28-54 season.

2018-02-18
Joel Embiid starts 67th NBA All-Star Game

Joel Embiid became the first 76er since Allen Iverson in 2009-10 to start in an NBA All-Star Game.

2018-05-09
76ers lose to Celtics in Game 5 of ECSF

On May 9, 2018, the Philadelphia 76ers suffered a defeat in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Boston Celtics, who were led by rookie Jayson Tatum and were missing their two best players due to injuries.

2018-06-07
Brian Colangelo resigns as GM and President of Basketball Operations

Brian Colangelo stepped down from his positions as General Manager and President of Basketball Operations on June 7, 2018, following a scandal where he was discovered to be using anonymous social media accounts to criticize his own players. Head Coach Brett Brown was appointed as the interim replacement.

2018-06-21
76ers draft Mikal Bridges and trade him for Zhaire Smith

On June 21, 2018, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Mikal Bridges as the 10th overall pick in the NBA Draft but subsequently traded him to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Zhaire Smith.

2018-09-18
Elton Brand promoted to GM

On September 18, 2018, Elton Brand was promoted to the position of General Manager within the Philadelphia 76ers organization.

2018-11-12
76ers trade for Jimmy Butler

On November 12, 2018, the Philadelphia 76ers made a significant trade acquiring Jimmy Butler and Justin Patton in exchange for Jerryd Bayless, Dario Saric, Robert Covington, and a 2022 second-round pick.

2018-12-31
Jerry Colangelo steps down as special adviser

On December 31, 2018, Jerry Colangelo decided to step down from his role as a special adviser within the Philadelphia 76ers organization.

2019-02-06
76ers trade for Tobias Harris

On February 6, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers made a significant trade acquiring Tobias Harris, Boban Marjanović, and Mike Scott in exchange for Wilson Chandler, Landry Shamet, Mike Muscala, and future draft picks.

2019-02-08
Retirement of Moses Malone's Jersey

On February 8, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers retired Moses Malone's jersey number 2. Malone, who played for the team for five seasons, was a key player averaging 21.0 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game. He also led the team to the 1983 NBA title.

2019-04-10
76ers Winning 50-Plus Games in Back-to-Back Seasons

On April 10, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers achieved a milestone by winning 50-plus games in consecutive seasons, with 51 wins in the 2018-19 season and 52 wins in the 2017-18 season. This was the first time they accomplished this feat since the seven straight seasons from 1979-86.

2019-05-12
76ers lose to Raptors on Kawhi Leonard's buzzerbeater

On May 12, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers suffered a heartbreaking loss to the Toronto Raptors in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals due to a buzzer-beating shot by Kawhi Leonard that bounced four times before going in.

2019-06-20
76ers trade picks for Matisse Thybulle

On June 20, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers made a trade, giving up the #24 and #33 picks in exchange for acquiring Matisse Thybulle.

2019-06-28
76ers sign Al Horford

The Philadelphia 76ers signed Al Horford to a lucrative 4-year, $109 million deal on June 28, 2019.

2019-06-30
76ers re-sign Tobias Harris

Tobias Harris was re-signed by the Philadelphia 76ers to a substantial 5-year, $180 million contract on June 30, 2019.

2019-07-01
76ers trade Jimmy Butler to Heat for Josh Richardson

On July 1, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers engaged in a sign-and-trade deal, sending Jimmy Butler to the Miami Heat in exchange for Josh Richardson.

2019-07-15
Ben Simmons signs 5 year/$170 million deal with 76ers

On July 15, 2019, the Philadelphia 76ers extended Ben Simmons' contract for a lucrative 5-year deal worth $170 million.

2019-11-25
76ers sign sports betting partnership with Fox Bet

The 76ers made history by signing a sports betting partnership with Fox Bet, marking the first partnership between a betting operator and an individual NBA team.

2020-08-23
76ers swept by Celtics in First Round

On August 23, 2020, the Philadelphia 76ers faced a disappointing defeat as they were swept by the Boston Celtics in the First Round of the playoffs.

2020-08-24
76ers fire HC Brett Brown

On August 24, 2020, the Philadelphia 76ers made the decision to part ways with Head Coach Brett Brown.

2020-10-01
76ers hire Doc Rivers as HC

On October 1, 2020, the Philadelphia 76ers appointed Doc Rivers as their new Head Coach.

2020-10-03
Doc Rivers becomes 76ers head coach

The 76ers hired Doc Rivers as their new head coach.

2020-10-28
76ers hire Daryl Morey as President of Basketball Operations

On October 28, 2020, the Philadelphia 76ers welcomed Daryl Morey as the new President of Basketball Operations.

2020-11-02
Daryl Morey joins 76ers as president of basketball operations

Daryl Morey was hired to be the president of basketball operations for the 76ers.

2020-11-18
76ers trade Josh Richardson and #36 overall pick for Seth Curry

On November 18, 2020, the Philadelphia 76ers made a trade with the Dallas Mavericks, sending Josh Richardson and the 36th overall pick in the draft in exchange for Seth Curry.

2021-06-07
Philadelphia 76ers lose Game 7 of ECSF to Atlanta Hawks

The #1 seed Philadelphia 76ers were defeated by the #5 seed Atlanta Hawks in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The 76ers blew an 18 and 26 point lead in Games 4 and 5 respectively, with Ben Simmons missing a crucial dunk and struggling at the free throw line.

2021-10-22
Ben Simmons sits out season opener and rest of the season

Ben Simmons decided to sit out the season opener and eventually the entire season for the Philadelphia 76ers due to various reasons. This absence had significant implications for the team's performance throughout the season.

2022-02-10
Harden traded to Philadelphia 76ers

James Harden was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers from the Brooklyn Nets on February 10, 2022. The trade involved swapping guards with the Sixers eager to move on from Ben Simmons.

2022-02-10
76ers trade Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, and picks for James Harden

On February 10, 2022, the Philadelphia 76ers made a significant trade with the Brooklyn Nets, sending Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, a 2022 first round pick, and a 2027 first round pick in exchange for James Harden and Paul Millsap.

2022-05-12
76ers lose Game 6 of ECSF to the Heat

The Philadelphia 76ers faced a defeat on May 12, 2022, in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Miami Heat.

2022-06-23
76ers trade Danny Green and #23 pick for D’Anthony Melton

In a trade on June 23, 2022, the Philadelphia 76ers exchanged Danny Green and the 23rd pick with the Memphis Grizzlies to acquire D’Anthony Melton.

2022-06-24
Sixers trade De'anthony Melton for Danny Green and David Roddy

On June 24th, the Sixers traded De'anthony Melton to acquire Danny Green and the 23rd pick of the draft, which turned out to be David Roddy.

2022-07-20
76ers re-sign James Harden

The Philadelphia 76ers re-signed James Harden for 2 years and $68 million, with a player option for the second year. Harden had opted out of a $47 million option.

2022-07-21
76 Place at Market East announced

The 76ers announced 76 Place at Market East, a new 18,600-seat arena to be developed in Center City, Philadelphia.

2022-08-12
Sixers end trade talks with Harden

The Philadelphia 76ers informed James Harden on August 12, 2022, that they were ending trade talks and planned to bring him back for the start of the season. Harden's desired destination was the LA Clippers.

2023-02-09
76ers trade Matisse Thybulle to Portland

On February 9, 2023, the Philadelphia 76ers traded Matisse Thybulle and a 2023 second round pick to Portland in exchange for Jalen McDaniels and a 2029 second round pick.

2023-03-05
Joel Embiid returns from injury

Joel Embiid made his return on March 5th after being sidelined due to injury.

2023-03-21
Sixers clinch Playoff Spot

The Sixers secured a Playoff Spot on March 21st during the 2022-23 Season.

2023-05-03
Joel Embiid wins League MVP

Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers achieved the prestigious title of League MVP on May 3, 2023.

2023-05-14
Jayson Tatum scores 51 points in Game 7

During a crucial Game 7, Jayson Tatum sets a record by scoring 51 points, leading to the elimination of the 76ers for the 3rd time in 6 years.

2023-05-16
Sixers trade James Harden, PJ Tucker, and Filip Petrusev to Clippers

The Sixers traded James Harden, PJ Tucker, and Filip Petrusev to the Los Angeles Clippers for Marcus Morris, Robert Convington, Nicolas Batum, KJ Martin, and picks.

2023-05-29
Nick Nurse hired as 76ers HC

In a move to revamp their coaching staff, the 76ers appoint Nick Nurse as their new head coach.

2023-06-01
Nick Nurse replaces Doc Rivers as Head Coach

On June 1st, Nick Nurse was appointed as the new Head Coach of the Sixers, replacing Doc Rivers.

2023-06-29
James Harden requests trade from 76ers

Star player James Harden decides to exercise his player option and expresses his desire to be traded from the 76ers.

2023-07-01
76ers sign Patrick Beverley

On July 1, 2023, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Patrick Beverley to a one-year contract worth $3.2 million.

2023-09-06
76ers sign Danny Green

On September 6, 2023, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Danny Green to a one-year contract worth $1.3 million.

2023-09-18
76ers sign Kelly Oubre, Jr.

On September 18, 2023, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Kelly Oubre, Jr. to a one-year contract worth $2 million.

2026
76ers trade James Harden, PJ Tucker, and Filip Petrusev to Clippers

The Philadelphia 76ers made a significant trade with the Los Angeles Clippers, sending James Harden, PJ Tucker, and Filip Petrusev in exchange for Marcus Morris, Nic Batum, Robert Covington, KJ Martin, and multiple draft picks.

End of the Timeline
Philadelphia 76ers
Become an Editor of Timeline Wiki
Become an Editor of
Timeline Wiki
USD $0 for creating and editing infinite number of timelines after sign up.