The Ringer's Philly Special State of the Sixers, A.J. Brown Buzz, and Who Will Shape Philly Sports in 2026?
Mar 2, 2026
Roy Burton, Philly sports writer and Broad Street Line co-host/producer, breaks down big local storylines. They dig into the Sixers’ rebounding and roster construction. They debate A.J. Brown’s trade buzz and what the Eagles might do. They also name which figures could shape Philly sports in 2026.
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Donuts Cement A Host-Guest Friendship
- Sheil recalls Roy bringing donuts when hosting him years ago, a small kindness that stuck with him.
- The story underlines Roy's reputation for hospitality and friendly rapport on prior shows.
Delay Buying Wemby Tickets If Embiid Might Miss Game
- Wait on Wemby game tickets until closer to tip-off if Embiid's status drops demand.
- Roy suggests a game-time decision because Embiid being out for the back-to-back could push prices back into the 60s range.
Rock Matching Sweatsuits If You Wear Them Confidently
- Wear matching sweatsuit sets confidently if you like them; style depends on confidence, not age.
- Roy admits childhood scars from generic matching sets but says modern fleece/tech sets are fine if you can rock them.