Welcome to Vertical 76, a comprehensive model to cover the Philadelphia 76ers to serve you: the reader, the listener, the viewer. Not the algorithm.
Led by our 76ers Insider Austin Krell, in partnership with Howard Megdal and The IX Sports, we will be attacking the massive limitations to many of today’s journalism business models. Good work and the relationship between consumers and the information you want to know is always the priority. We are here to build on what elite sports journalists are doing in Philadelphia, and always have—not just for one of the most exciting seasons in Sixers history, but sustainably.
We will be your home for weekly podcasts, in partnership with Blue Wire. We will provide consistent analysis and context to this historic 2026-27 season through video reports on our social channels, so sign up today for:
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On October 16, 1963, the Philadelphia 76ers played their first game. On October 16, 2026, a new era of team coverage arrives. We are Vertical 76, your home for comprehensive Philadelphia 76ers coverage. And we’re so glad you’re here.