Sixers rookie power forward Johni Broome has only made two cameo appearances this season. He’s trying to adjust to his NBA reality as a second-round pick, according to Keith Pompey of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
“I’m just kind of trusting my work and my faith,” Broome said. “Obviously, it’s a little difficult at times because it’s kind of something I’m getting used to. But I understand what comes with it. So I’m taking it day by day. I’m not getting frustrated. I know I just have to keep working, keep staying ready. When Coach (Nick Nurse) feels like he’s ready to put me in, he’s going to put me in. Until then, like I say, I’m going to keep working and keep earning his trust however I can.”
Broome sprained his right ankle while playing with the G League’s Delaware Blue Coats over the weekend. When he returns to action, he’ll likely spend most of the season with the Blue Coats.
“Wherever I’m at, I’m going to try to compete and get my work in,” Broome said. “If they want me to go down to the G League and play, that’s what I’m going to do.”
Here’s more on the Sixers:
- They are off to a decent start at 6-4 but they could have won a couple more games with better crunch time execution, Tony Jones of The Athletic notes. All but one of their games has come down to clutch time, which is defined as a game being within five points or less with five minutes remaining. In three of their losses, they missed a shot on the final possession of the game. Guard Tyrese Maxey has seen a lot of positives. “I like that we can do a lot of different things, and I like that we can play a lot of different ways,” Maxey said. “We can play fast and we can play slow. We can play in the halfcourt, and we can play in transition. There are a lot of different things that we can do to win games.”
- Quentin Grimes has switched agents. Grimes will now be represented by CAA Basketball, Brett Siegel of Clutch Points tweets. Grimes, who was previously repped by agent David Bauman, went through a lengthy restricted free agency process over the summer and ultimately signed his $8.74MM qualifying offer. Grimes will be an unrestricted free agent next summer and also has the ability to veto any trade this season.
- Dominick Barlow worked out on the court before the Sixers faced the Celtics on Tuesday, Pompey tweets. Barlow will miss his seventh straight game due to a right elbow laceration.
- In case you missed it, center Joel Embiid has been ruled out of Tuesday’s contest due to right knee soreness. It’s the first non-scheduled absence so far this season for Embiid, who had an MRI on his knee on Tuesday.
Embiid missing games is not a news
he lasted longer than AD
Yeah, Paul George lasted longer than Irving
Mavs expectation is high
76ers expectation is low
If both were healthy, Mavs are a better team
I like Broome. Was hoping Knicks would buy a pick to draft him. Adding Broome or Wolf would have been major for Knicks. Both good fits with KAT.
Sixers had an excellent draft imo.
Lakers should sign Grimes next year. Excellent 2Way player. Who can help Luka as his running mate. 20 mill a yr can get it done. Grimes is also a good shooter. Imo they can make a good combo. Trade Reaves for good value this year. With Bron leaving they can sign two impact players.
I’m a big VJ guy. But Grimes should be starting at SG. He earned it last yr. I don’t believe in starting 18-19 yr old rookies. VJ needs to ease in. His time will come. I like Maxey at the PG. But I am not convinced he be one. Best thing for Sixers is fir him to do it. Him at point with Embiid and PG ????? Gotta see that.
Stop it already! VJ is the guy, Nurse has even said the success of VJ’s year will be in minutes played…it’s no secret how he will be used. More importantly even when he has struggled, like last night he finds ways to impact the game when his shot isn’t falling. A clutch 3, a clutch rejection on Brown and a clutch assist to Edwards. + 10 in a 2 point game. VJ needs playing time, is gonna get playing time and more often than not the team will benefit from having him on the court.
IDGAF what Nurse or you say. He should not be starting. Do yoy watch ball. Cause you certainly don’t get it. Tell me what happened last night. If you didn’t see it then. Then you will never get it.
VJ — 34 mins, 6 pts, 2/11 FG
Grimes — 27 mins, 18 pts, 6-10 FG
What Do yOu nEeD explained from THIS …….
They don’t win without Grimes.
Incorrect as per usual, I’m sure you watch 76ers games lol. I addressed this already in the previous post. VJ finds ways to impact the game even in games he struggles and his shot is off. Watch the last 2 minutes of the game. Clutch assist on an Edwards 3, blocked Brown at the rim, made a clutch 3 all 3 plays helped us win that game and he was +10 in a 2 point win! That’s Impact baby
And I’m fine with Grimes, he is playing starters minutes and he is perfect for his role on this team
Knicks with 114 pts in 3 quarters. Up 21 …. NYK
Thunder up 19 at half. Warriors shooting .30% on threes. Thunder shooting 53.3% on threes.
Grimes should be starting in Philly. Do I need to say it again …….
You should stop saying it, because no matter how often or loudly you say it does not make it make sense
Thats why we are here to say it lol …..
The day you learn and catch up. You might say something finally too. Learn this. I don’t need others to tell me about balling. I am the biggest VJ guy on this board. Been talking about him way before the draft. And way before anyone on this board.
Warriors packing it in after three Qs ……. 😷
I am going to keep saying it. Lakers should sign Grimes next year. …..
Grimes is gone next year. What will it take to sign him. Lakers can sign him for 25 mill. He is a good mix with Luka. Grimes is a solid defender, Thibs taught him well. Moving Reaves will give them a huge upgrade. Add Grimes and another young vet to that. Lakers could level up in a major way next year.