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Sixers Closing in on Longest Losing Streak in NBA History

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  1. Kwame

    Kwame Contributing Member

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    The Sixers are rapidly closing in on the longest losing streak in NBA history as they redefine tanking. They've currently lost 21 games in a row, which ties them for the 6th worst losing streak ever. Here's where they currently stand:

    1 26 Cleveland Cavaliers 2010–11
    2 24 Cleveland Cavaliers 1981–82 through 1982-1983
    3 (tie) 23 Vancouver Grizzlies 1995–96
    3 (tie) 23 Denver Nuggets 1997–98
    3 (tie) 23 Charlotte Bobcats 2011–12 through 2012–13
    6 (tie) 21 Detroit Pistons 1979–80 through 1980–81
    6 (tie) 21 Philadelphia 76ers* 2013–14 (ongoing)

    Sources: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_National_Basketball_Association_longest_losing_streaks

    http://www.basketball-reference.com...=&m1stat1=&m1math=s&m1stat2=&m1comp=ge&m1val=

    Judging by their schedule, they may not win another game for the rest season while putting this record out of reach as their losing streak carries over to next season.

    In Hankey We Trust

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    #1 Kwame, Mar 19, 2014
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  2. Kwame

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    Although this thread is specifically focusing on the countdown to them possibly making history for having the longest losing streak ever, the mods may want to merge it with this thread that's discussing their roster:

    http://bbs.clutchfans.net/showthread.php?t=251856
     
    #2 Kwame, Mar 19, 2014
  3. UtilityPlayer

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    And it doesn't help that the Phillies window is very very small to make the playoffs with that old and grossly overpaid roster. I bet Philly is waiting for August already ?
     
    #3 UtilityPlayer, Mar 19, 2014
  4. Kwame

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    Losing streak at 22 now.
     
    #4 Kwame, Mar 19, 2014
  5. heypartner

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    This reminds me: Someone should post the Vegas line for the 76rs every day until they lose.
     
    #5 heypartner, Mar 19, 2014
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    What happened to mcw? I though he cpuld carry the team
     
    #6 mig0s, Mar 19, 2014
  7. Mathloom

    Mathloom Shameless Optimist
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    Who cares? This is the right thing to do. They are developing young guys, trying out D-League guys and pumping up the value of whichever vets are still on the roster. This is the right way to rebuild when you have a terrible cap/roster situation. Tear it all down.

    They'll go as far as dealing Young during the draft, I'm sure of it.
     
    #7 Mathloom, Mar 20, 2014
  8. Kwame

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    They're on the verge of making NBA history. If that's not thread worthy then I don't know what is. Maybe another gossip or instagram thread?
     
    #8 Kwame, Mar 20, 2014
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    And they are still only the 2nd last in the East..... :eek:
     
    #9 ccjj, Mar 20, 2014
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    They're still not the best tankers lmao. Try harder Sam.
     
    #10 rolyat93, Mar 20, 2014
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    Not questioning whether it's thread worthy, I clicked on it after all. Just questioning whether it's necessarily a bad thing.
     
    #11 Mathloom, Mar 20, 2014
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    The East is a joke.

    Seriously, lose 22 games in a row. Still not even in last place.
     
    #12 EightDoobies, Mar 20, 2014
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    The eastern conference is highly competitive for tanking teams
     
    #13 iNoseBleedRed, Mar 20, 2014
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    I really hate the fact that you nearly have as many teams trying to lose as those trying to win. :(

    This needs fixing.
     
    #14 jim1961, Mar 20, 2014
  15. Kwame

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    A valiant effort, but a loss nonetheless. Losing streak at 23 now. Sixers are tied for the 3rd longest losing streak in NBA history.

    It's unreal.
     
    #15 Kwame, Mar 21, 2014
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    The team about to pull this feat > Bucks.

    It'd suck to be a Bucks fan lol
     
    #16 RedDynasty, Mar 21, 2014
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    They should just go for it and be in the history books ^.^
     
    #17 ChippedToothLin, Mar 21, 2014
  18. Kwame

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    24 losses in a row now...Tied for 2nd longest in NBA history.
     
    #18 Kwame, Mar 22, 2014
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    hopefully the rockets dont lose to them.......
     
    #19 astros123, Mar 22, 2014
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    Well, i'm disappointed, i thought they would go on to 33..........
     
    #20 nypdmax, Mar 23, 2014
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