History of the Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are an American basketball team currently playing in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The 76ers are third in NBA history in wins and playoff appearances.
The 1958–59 Syracuse Nationals
Wilt Chamberlain joined the Sixers in 1965, and in his third season (1967), he led the team to the NBA title.
Philadelphia-born Joe Bryant was a first round draft pick who played for the 76ers between 1975 and 1979.
Julius Erving played 11 seasons with the 76ers (1976–87), and played in four NBA Finals, ultimately winning in 1983.
National Basketball Association
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional basketball league in North America composed of 30 teams. It is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada and is considered the premier professional basketball league in the world.
Bill Russell defending against Wilt Chamberlain in 1966.
Michael Jordan became the league's most popular player during the 1990s, while leading the Chicago Bulls to six championships.
Tim Duncan led the San Antonio Spurs to five NBA championships between 1999 and 2014.
Kobe Bryant defending LeBron James in a February 2016 game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Cleveland Cavaliers