The Sixers came into the week with a 5 game winning streak. They continued their hot streak and moved to 6 straight wins. While they lost against the Hornets, they came back with a big win against the Celtics. They are now solidly the 5 seed.

- 3 observations after Embiid, Sixers keep streaks alive, crush Rockets – The recap of the Sixers sixth straight win. Embiid is carrying the team and dominating every opponent.
- Embiid ready to make Sixers All-Star history – Embiid is quickly establishing himself as an all-time Sixers great. If he makes this all star team he will be one of only two Sixers to make 5 straight all star teams. Dolph Shayes was the other, so this is not a common occurence.
- 3 observations after Sixers ride early blitz to win over Celtics – The sixers have now won 7 of their last 8. More importantly, the Celtics saw first hand how far they are away from being an elite team. Hopefully, this end to end blow out encourages them to split up the team and sends Jaylen Brown to the Sixers.
- Sixers impressed by Tyrese Maxey’s resilience through personal adversity – Tyrese Maxey has an amazing attitude. His positive, upbeat demeanor is making him a fan favorite and a popular teammate. It also drives much of his confidence has he continues to impress.
