Pelicans, Nick Nurse and CJ McCollum

Nick Nurse still ‘trying to work through’ Sixers’ backup point guard minutes
The first questions posed during Nick Nurse’s pregame news conference were about a player who never stepped on the court Friday. Yet the trickle-down effects of rookie standout Jared McCain’s meniscus surgery — which the 76ers announced on Thursday night would officially end his 2024-25 season — were apparent during a brutal 123-115 loss to the shorthanded,
Nick Nurse, Sixers explain what went wrong with CJ McCollum, Pelicans
Nick Nurse and the Philadelphia 76ers explain what went wrong in the loss to CJ McCollum and the New Orleans Pelicans.
CJ McCollum, bench lead Pelicans past 76ers
CJ McCollum scored 38 points as the short-handed New Orleans Pelicans opened a three-game road trip with a 123-115 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.
CJ McCollum helps Pelicans win battle of NBA's most disappointing teams
The New Orleans Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers have had promising seasons derailed by multiple injuries to stars. On Friday night, CJ McCollum boosted the Pelicans and his trade value. McCollum scored 38 points and shot 13-of-24 as the shorthanded Pelicans beat the Sixers 123-115.
Player grades: CJ McCollum leads Pelicans over Joel Embiid-less Sixers
The Philadelphia 76ers played host to the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday looking to pick up another win over another struggling opponent. The Pelicans entered the night with a 7-31 record and had just suspended Zion Williamson about two hours before the 7 p.
Philadelphia 76ers Upgrade Joel Embiid’s Status vs Magic
Lately, the Philadelphia 76ers have found themselves dealing with concerns regarding the seven-time All-Star center Joel ...
Sixers Notebook: Long rehab for Jared McCain ‘disappointing,’ but best for rookie long-term
Sixers coach Nick Nurse was not caught by surprise by Thursday’s news that Jared McCain’s knee meniscus repair would cost him ...
Nick Nurse gives update on Joel Embiid, talks losing Jared McCain
Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse gives an update on Joel Embiid while also reacting to losing rookie Jared McCain for the ...
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Joel Embiid Injury Update: Nick Nurse shares probable return timeline for 76ers star center
Beyond just their star players like Joel Embiid, the 76ers lost their promising rookie Jared McCain, who tore his left meniscus on December 13 in a loss to the Indiana Pacers. After having surgery, ...
Philadelphia 76ers Coach Talks ‘Disappointing’ Jared McCain Update
Jared McCain hinted at the idea that his rookie campaign was going to be cut way short. Once it was revealed the Philadelphia ...
It's sure not early anymore for Sixers team facing bleak big picture
The Sixers know they played Friday night against the Pelicans like a team taking its shaky first step or two in a long season ...
Nick Nurse assesses how Sixers looked in big road win over Jazz
Coach Nick Nurse assesses how the Philadelphia 76ers looked in a big road win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night.
Sixers fizzle against Phoenix Suns in first game after long road trip: ‘It’s always tough’
It is always tough,” coach Nick Nurse said of the first home game after a trip that included four Western Conference games.
Sixers center Joel Embiid sidelined for game against Pelicans due to left foot sprain
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid missed this third straight game with a sprained left foot, the 23rd time he’s sat out ...
Paul George Says He's 'Bored' Playing Small-Ball Center for 76ers amid Embiid Injury
Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George suggested Friday that he isn't a fan of being utilized as a center as part of a ...
Sixers defense falters in fourth quarter as they fall, 123-115, against New Orleans Pelicans
The Pelicans made 59.1% of off their shots — including making 6 of 9 three-pointers — in the final frame behind C.J. McCollum ...