{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68e3eb89d17b81f346e94e35/69bc4a201861d127d56b667f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 25: We Want to Believe… But This Team Makes It Hard","description":"<p>John and Sanoj are back this week to talk about another especially frustrating week of being a Sixers fan.</p><p><br></p><p>After a couple of “moral wins” against weaker teams, reality came crashing down in a brutal loss to the Denver Nuggets. From lack of effort to questionable coaching and a roster that barely looks like a team, this episode of Ring the Damn Bell dives into just how far things have fallen.</p><p><br></p><p>With injuries piling up, the playoffs approaching, and no real sense of identity on the court, the guys are asking a tough question: is there actually anything to believe in right now?</p><p><br></p><p>Episode Highlights:</p><p><br></p><p>- The embarrassing blowout loss to Denver and what it revealed about the team</p><p>- Why recent wins against weaker opponents don’t actually mean anything</p><p>- The impact of constant injuries and a constantly changing lineup</p><p>- A roster that feels more like a “church league team” than an NBA squad</p><p>- The lack of leadership on the floor and what that says about coaching</p><p>- Revisiting key turning points in the season: the Jared McCain trade, Paul George suspension, and Embiid’s injuries</p><p>- Whether the Sixers can realistically do anything in the playoffs even if they get healthy</p><p>- The emotional toll of the season on both players and fans</p><p>- A broader conversation about mental health in professional sports</p><p>- Thoughts on potential NBA expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas</p><p><br></p><p>If you're a Sixers fan, you probably know the feeling right now. Frustration, exhaustion, and just enough hope to keep watching.</p><p><br></p><p>Make sure to like and subscribe if you're enjoying the show.</p><p><br></p><p>Website: https://ringthedamnbell.net</p><p><br></p><p>Follow the show:</p><p>Instagram: @RingtheDamnBellPodcast</p><p>TikTok: @RingtheDamnBellPodcast</p><p>Facebook: Ring the Dmn Bell Podcast</p><p><br></p><p>#TrustTheNeighbors</p>","author_name":"JEBTAM Publishing LLC"}