Philadelphia 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers are a dynamic professional basketball team with a passionate fanbase. While originally based in New York as the Syracuse Nationals, the Sixers have been in Philly since 1963.¹

There are several notable players who have played for the 76ers. The list of legends includes Julius Erving, Allen Iverson, Wilt Chamberlain, and Dolph Schayes. The team has also won three national championships in 1955, 1967, and 1983.²

If you want to catch a game, the 76ers' home arena is Xfinity Mobile Arena. It’s a venue that hosts concerts and other sporting events, and you can grab your tickets at AXS.

The Philadelphia 76ers are one of the oldest franchises in the National Basketball Association. It all started in 1946, when the team was founded as the “Nationals” in Syracuse.

By 1963, the team was sold and relocated to Philadelphia. It then changed its name to the 76ers, which refers to the city’s revolutionary history and the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.^1,2

When Julius Erving signed with the 76ers in the 70s, the team took its game to the next level. This star player scored 1,293 shots in 11 seasons.³

In 1980, the Sixers won the Eastern Conference Championship, and they have made it to the NBA finals 9 times.²

The home of the Philadelphia 76ers is Xfinity Mobile Arena, previously known as Wells Fargo Center. It’s a large venue with the capacity for up to 21,000 guests, with options for premium seating and suites. The arena opened in 1996 and sits in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.⁴

Besides the 76ers, this arena is also home to the Philadelphia Flyers (National Hockey League) and the Philadelphia Wings (National Lacrosse League).⁴

The 76ers have a long and storied history. Some of their most memorable moments include:

• First player to score over 100 points in a single game: Wilt Chamberlain achieved this remarkable feat against the New York Knicks in 1962.5
• 7 MVP winners: A total of five players earned regular-season MVP trophies, with Wilt Chamberlain winning it three times.6
• 21 Hall of Fame inductees: This storied team has a lasting legacy of greats. Legends like Allen Iverson, Charles Barkley, and Wilt Chamberlain have cemented their place in NBA history as Hall of Famers.7

If you’re looking for Philadelphia 76ers tickets, you’ll find them at AXS. The regular NBA season runs from October to April. Following this are the playoffs and finals, which run until June.

Each team plays around 82 games, so there are plenty of opportunities to score NBA tickets and see the 76ers live.⁸

Sources:

1. Philadelphia 76ers NBA Profile: Five things you need to know - Basketball.com.au
2. Philadelphia 76ers - NBA, Basketball, History, & Notable Players - Britannica
3. 76ers Team History - Philadelphia
4. Xfinity Mobile Arena History - Xfinity Mobile Arena
5. Wilt Chamberlain Player Profile & Biography - Philadelphia 76ers
6. Philadelphia 76ers Regular Season MVPs - NBA.com
7. Philadelphia 76ers Hall of Fame - Basketball-Reference.com
8. How many games are in the NBA season? Looking at the history of the 82-game schedule - Orlando Magic Daily
9. NBA Tables - 2025-26 season - ESPN (AU)
10. Rekindling an Overlooked Rivalry - Philadelphia Sixers
11. Philadelphia 76ers Group Tickets 2025-26 Season - NBA.com
12. Jr. 76ers Kids Club - Philadelphia