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Shawn Marion Rumors | Lamar Odom Rumors | Carlos Boozer Rumors 76ers Trade Rumors
 Sixers not on course to be able to sign top player in 2011 Reports that the Sixers could have enough money to sign a max-level free agent in 2011 are inaccurate. While Samuel Dalembert ($12.2 million), Jason Kapono ($6.6 million) and Willie Green ($4 million) would clear $22.8 million from the salary cap next June, but that wouldn't be enough to try to sign an elite player unless they trade a long-term contract for a player whose deal expires next summer or renounce the contracts of Thaddeus Young and Jason Smith. 76ers close to hiring Collins as coachThe 76ers are a few hours of negotiations away from hiring Doug Collins as their next head coach. According to multiple sources, Sixers president and general manager Ed Stefanski began the negotiations with Collins' agent, John Langel, on Wednesday afternoon. One source said it was unlikely the parties would complete a deal before Thursday, but indicated there was "nothing" immediately holding up negotiations. 76ers said to be favoring CollinsAll signs point toward Doug Collins.The 76ers' coaching search, which is more than a month old and has dwindled to only a handful of candidates, has a distinct front-runner: Collins. According to multiple sources, Collins is the leading candidate, ahead of former Dallas Mavericks coach Avery Johnson and former Toronto Raptors coach Sam Mitchell, although it's possible that Ed Stefanski, the Sixers' president and general manager, will schedule a second round of interviews. Laimbeer, Majerle Added To 76ers' SearchFormer Detroit Pistons star Bill Laimbeer, who won three championships coaching the Detroit Shock of the WNBA and is now an assistant with the Minnesota Timberwolves, is scheduled to interview Sunday for the 76ers' job, according to a source familiar with the situation. At the same time, the Sixers--again widening their search for a successor to the fired Eddie Jordan--have also scheduled a Monday meeting with Phoenix Suns assistant Dan Majerle. John Smallwood: Larry Brown back to the Sixers? It makes senseIF YOU'RE running the 76ers, it's easy to see why a Larry Brown return would make sense. The greatest moments in recent franchise history came from 1997-98 to 2002-03, when Brown led the Sixers to the playoffs five times in six seasons, including a trip to the 2001 NBA Finals. Larry Brown could be headed back to PhiladelphiaPlay "Misty" for us; they closed the coffin on the I-Nod Center last night. Coincidentally, Larry Brown and his latest band of renown were in town. If memory -- and a cheat sheet -- serve, it was Brown who escorted New Jersey into the Brendan Byrne Arena in 1981. Sixers coach Jordan on way out, sources sayKate Fagan Comcast-Spectacor is ready to fire 76ers coach Eddie Jordan, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the situation. Several other sources also indicated that the organization will "seriously evaluate" Sixers general manager Ed Stefanski, who hired Jordan less than a year ago. Sixers' Speights still positive despite second injury of seasonBOB COONEY Marreese Speights' season hasn't been much different than that of many other players and coaches in the organization - that is to say it has been frustrating, borderline maddening. But the second-year forward/center out of Florida has been able to keep that devilish grin present throughout the season. He is the team leader in fist-pounds and high-fives and any other sort of congratulatory demonstration he can think of. Phil Jasner: Trade deadline rumblings for SixersBy Phil JasnerHERE'S WHAT YOU REALLY need to know about the NBA trade deadline: It's Feb. 18 at 3 p.m. Between now and then, you will read and hear dozens of rumors involving the 76ers. Some will have validity, others will not. Remember, there are Web sites devoted to having something different every day. I'd be more inclined to pay attention to ones in which people actually sign their names and take responsibility. Inside the Sixers: Ready to pull the trigger on a deal?Kate Fagan - Inquirer Staff Writer One year ago, the 76ers watched the trading deadline pass. The reason was as simple as a foul shot: Sixers general manager Ed Stefanski believed in his young nucleus. The belief made sense. His team - the core of which was that young nucleus - was on its way to making its second straight playoff appearance. The Sixers seemed to be one of a handful of young NBA franchises with better days ahead, not in the rearview mirror. |
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