Justin Grasso

Justin Grasso

Title: Credentialed writer/reporter covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s FanNation Email: JustinGrasso32@Gmail.com Location: Philadelphia, PA Expertise: Reporting, insight, and analysis on the Sixers and the NBA  Justin Grasso is a credentialed writer and publisher covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s FanNation.  Grasso got his start in sports media in 2016 with FantasyPros, working the news desk, providing game-by-game player analysis and updates on the Portland Trail Blazers and the Golden State Warriors. By 2017, he joined FanSided’s Philadelphia Eagles site as a staff writer. After spending one season covering the Eagles as a staff writer, Grasso was promoted to become the site’s Co-Editor. For the next two NFL seasons, he covered the Eagles closely before broadening his NFL coverage. For a brief stint, Grasso covered the NFL on a national basis after joining Heavy.com as an NFL news desk writer. In 2019, Grasso joined the 76ers' beat on a part-time basis, stepping into a role with South Jersey’s 97.3 ESPN. Ahead of the 2019-2020 NBA season, he concluded a three-year stint covering the Eagles and joined the Sixers beat full-time. Grasso has covered the 76ers exclusively since then for Sports Illustrated. He is a member of the Pro Basketball Writer’s Association.  Twitter: @JGrasso_ Instagram: @JGrassoNBA

Apr 14, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives against Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24) during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Brooklyn Nets Injury Update Could Impact Philadelphia 76ers

The return of Cam Thomas could impact the 76ers.

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Jan 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) passes over Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and forward Guerschon Yabusele (28) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images
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Injured Warriors Player Won’t Return vs Philadelphia 76ers

Jonathan Kuminga is out for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Oct 15, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jalen Hood-Schifino (0) tries to score on Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson (1) in the third quarter during a preseason game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Philadelphia 76ers Announce Roster Move Before Warriors Matchup

The Philadelphia 76ers made their recent roster moves official before the Warriors matchup.

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Dec 16, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;  Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) drives past Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images
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17-Year NBA Veteran Gets Critical of LaMelo Ball’s Hornets

Former Philadelphia 76ers guard Lou Williams had plenty to say about LaMelo Ball and the Hornets recently.

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Feb 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) looks on against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Warriors Uncertain About Jimmy Butler vs Philadelphia 76ers

Jimmy Butler could miss the Warriors-76ers battle on Saturday.

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Jan 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward David Roddy (8) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Philadelphia 76ers’ Next Move Revealed After Adding Former Laker

Who do the Philadelphia 76ers plan to waive in order to add former Lakers player, Jalen Hood-Schifino?

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Feb 11, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) reacts against the Toronto Raptors in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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NBA Fans Support Joel Embiid After Major Injury Announcement

The reaction to Joel Embiid's injury announcement.

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Nov 8, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jalen Hood-Schifino (0) and guard Bronny James (9) during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images
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NBA News: Philadelphia 76ers Adding Former Lakers First-Rounder

The Philadelphia 76ers are expected to add a former Lakers player.

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Mar 27, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; LA Clippers forward P.J. Tucker (17) reacts after being called for a foul against Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Former Philadelphia 76ers Forward Will Become NBA Free Agent

PJ Tucker has been waived by the Raptors.

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Nov 24, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (1) looks on against Philadelphia 76ers forward KJ Martin (1) in the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Former Sixers Star Makes NBA History With LA Clippers

James Harden is in a historic category of his own.

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Jan 21, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center PJ Hall (13) dunks the ball against Philadelphia 76ers forward Pete Nance (22) as center Adem Bona (30) defends in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Milwaukee Bucks Add Former 76ers Player After Beating Nuggets

A former 76ers player is joining the Bucks.

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Feb 22, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Cooper Flagg (2) gestures after making a three-point shot in the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Philadelphia 76ers’ Chance at Cooper Flagg Pick After Knicks Loss

The Philadelphia 76ers have a slim chance at getting the Cooper Flagg pick after a loss to the New York Knicks.

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