The Athletic NBA Daily 76ers in Trouble? + Hot Hornets and Westbrook Drama | Slam N Jam
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Mar 7, 2026 Trill Bro Dude, host of You Know Ball and Sixers superfan, breaks down Philly’s status. He discusses Embiid’s availability, Maxey’s potential as a primary option, rookie Vijay’s growth, roster upgrade priorities, and why fans booed Morey in New Orleans. Quick takes on Hornets’ hot lineup and Westbrook’s media drama round out the chat.
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Hornets' Win Streak Is Remarkable For Margin Not Just Length
- The Hornets' six-game streak stands out because they won each game by 15+ points, not just the length of the streak.
- Andrew notes the streak echoes elite units (e.g., 17-18 Warriors) and highlights Charlotte's unusual dominance despite a modest overall record.
Hornets Starting Five Has Historic Five‑Man Net Rating
- Charlotte's starting five (LaMelo, Ball, Brandon Miller, Bridges, Diabate) has a net rating of +31.2, the best five-man mark since 2003-04 by the hosts' cutoff.
- Alex compared that rating to historical elite lineups and stressed the uniqueness given roster youth and three high-volume 3-point shooters.
Sixers' Recent Metrics Point Toward Play‑In Risk
- The 76ers have slipped into mediocre analytical territory: 21st offense, 19th defense over 15 games and the only top‑10 East team with a negative point differential.
- Alex warns this combination makes a play‑in spot likely and a matchup with Charlotte dangerous.