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The basketball, of course, still matters. The Sixers have been dominant at home, playing an exciting, up-tempo style. Collins has insisted that the team play like one; on any given night, any of six or seven guys could be the leading scorer. They're fifth in the league in points per 100 possessions, at 105.3. They are tied with the Bulls for stingiest defense, allowing just under 87 points per game, and are tied for second in lowest field-goal percentage allowed, .418. They are first in the league in fewest points allowed per 100 possessions, at 92.3 per game. Jrue Holliday and Jodie Meeks are becoming an effective if unheralded backcourt; Andre Iguodala, playing his usual all-around game but averaging just 12.8 points per game, is nonetheless poised to make his first All-Star appearance if the team keeps winning at this rate. Such are the rewards for teams that do well. The fans have been appreciative. "I think they're more active in the games," Iguodala said. "If we get down, they stick with us a little bit. Whereas last year, you might have had some boos, even though we were still in the game. This year, even if we go through a spurt where we don't score, we might be down and the other team goes on an 8-0 run, they're still in there with us, which is a good thing. There's been a few times where we've made a big play, and they really, just like, erupted. And it gave us some momentum and we were able to finish out the games." NBA.com

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Saturday, the Sixers' Andre Iguodala managed the smallest of triple-doubles (10 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists). According to basketball-reference.com, it is just the fourth 10-10-10 triple-double since 1985 ... and Iguodala has two of them. And — believe it or not — both came against the Pistons. Philadelphia Inquirer

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Those are nice honors, but they pale in comparison to being named an actual All-Star and playing in the weekend’s main event. That could change for the eight-year veteran at the end of February when the NBA holds it 61st All-Star game in Orlando. “If we are at the top of the Atlantic Division at the All-Star break he should be an All-Star,” Doug Collins said. “One thing coaches always say is that we are going to take the players off the teams that are winning.” CSNPhilly.com

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That year Wallace finished third in the NBA in rebounds per game (12.4) and second in blocked shots (3.0) but he averaged just nine points. The Pistons went on to win the NBA Championship that spring. “I know Andre Iguodala and he definitely deserves it,” said Elton Brand, a two-time All-Star. “It used to be about winning. It has kind of turned to be about stats the last few years but when I first came in the league, if you didn’t win there was no way you were an All-Star. He is winning. He’s a leader. He’s scoring. He gets rebounds. He has triple-doubles. He deserves to be an All-Star.” CSNPhilly.com

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Hawes and Andre Iguodala are on the same NBA team. But the two players have different political views. The two 76ers exchanged tweets during President Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday evening. First, Hawes tweeted: "Dear Mr. President: Can you please address the budget and our crippling deficit? Yours truly, a concerned young American." After the speech, Hawes added: "Dear Mr. President: Thanks for failing to address the most pressing issues our nation currently faces in your re- election address." To which Iguodala replied: "Dear Mr. President, I understand the struggles of trying to clean up the leader before you." That would seem to refer to Allen Iverson. phillyburbs.com

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Prior to Wednesday's game, Hawes said he hasn't picked a Republican to support. "My endorsement of a candidate is forthcoming," he said. phillyburbs.com

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Iguodala has international experience, most recently as a starter on the U.S. team that went 9-0 and won the 2010 FIBA world championships in Turkey. He started all nine games, averaging 18.9 minutes, 5.7 points, and 4.6 rebounds, and had a team-high 16 steals. Now Iguodala would like nothing better than to make the Olympic squad. "It's pretty cool," he said about being in the running. "It's exciting to see how things play out." Iguodala's defensive ability will certainly help his cause. "He's been playing great," Collins said. "He's playing first-team all-defense, he's playing at an all-star level." Philadelphia Inquirer

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Tom Moore: #Sixers Iguodala on being an Olympic finalist: "It’s pretty cool. It’s exciting to see how things play out and actually go through this." Twitter

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Eight 2008 Olympic gold medalists, 10 members of the 2010 USA World Championship gold medal winning team, one national team player and one newcomer to the USA Basketball National Team were among the 20 finalists named today for the 2012 U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team by USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo. The official 12-man U.S. Olympic team roster will be announced later this year. Named as a finalist for the 2012 USA team were: LaMarcus Aldridge (Portland Trail Blazers); Carmelo Anthony (New York Knicks); Chauncey Billups (Los Angeles Clippers); Chris Bosh (Miami Heat); Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers); Tyson Chandler (New York Knicks); Kevin Durant (Oklahoma City Thunder); Rudy Gay (Memphis Grizzlies); Eric Gordon (New Orleans Hornets); Blake Griffin (Los Angeles Clippers); Dwight Howard (Orlando Magic); Andre Iguodala (Philadelphia 76ers); LeBron James (Miami Heat); Kevin Love (Minnesota Timberwolves); Lamar Odom (Dallas Mavericks); Chris Paul (Los Angeles Clippers); Derrick Rose (Chicago Bulls); Dwyane Wade (Miami Heat); Russell Westbrook (Oklahoma City Thunder); and Deron Williams (New Jersey Nets). Griffin was also officially added to the USA Basketball National Team roster. USA Basketball

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The 76ers' Andre Iguodala is expected to be one of 19 players named Monday as finalists for the USA team thay will compete in the 2012 London Olympics. USA Basketball, led by chairman Jerry Colangelo and coach Mike Krzyzewski, has scheduled a conference call Monday afternoon to announce the selections. Asked Wednesday about a report that he'd made the cut, Iguodala said, "What day is it?" Informed the date, he smiled and replied, "Talk to me (in about a week)." phillyburbs.com

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Now we’re reporting something even better: The entire 19-man roster. Here it is, alphabetically, from my impeccable international basketball sources: LaMarcus Aldridge, Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Chris Bosh, Kobe Bryant, Tyson Chandler, Kevin Durant, Eric Gordon, Blake Griffin, Dwight Howard, Andre Iguodala, LeBron James, Kevin Love, Lamar Odom, Chris Paul, Derrick Rose, Dwyane Wade, Russell Westbrook and Deron Williams. SheridanHoops

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The official announcement is not expected for another few weeks, but the Sixers' Andre Iguodala says he will be one of the 18 finalists for the U.S. Olympic team headed to London for the 2012 games. The final roster will have 12 players and six alternates and must be finalized with the U.S. Olympic Committee by mid June. Iguodala said he was contacted by USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo this week about being one of the 18 players in consideration for the Olympic team. CSNPhilly.com

Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala, Jerry Colangelo, USA Basketball 

Philadelphia 76ers forward Andre Iguodala will be among 18 players vying for a spot on the U.S. Olympic team. USA Basketball plans to announce all the players by the middle of the month. USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo contacted Iguodala this week about becoming part of the pool of players who will be considered for the U.S. team at the London Games this summer. Iguodala said Saturday night he wanted to show he could fit in and become part of the U.S. team. ESPN.com

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Kate Fagan: Doug Collins is giving significant props to @Andre Iguodala: says he's healthy, involved, ready to lead the #Sixers this year. Twitter

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Andre Iguodala: Best wishes to @Chris Paul - that shit cray.... Twitter

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Andre Iguodala: I've came to the conclusion that @shanebattier is a perfect human being! Twitter

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That said, the league’s best center by far still very much wants to be in Orlando, and he is willing to give them every opportunity to keep him. What that means to Dwight is that he wants the Magic to be contenders, and to that end Orlando has a short list of players they would like to add in an effort to return to contention. Atlanta’s Josh Smith, Philadelphia’s Andre Iguodala and Golden State’s Monta Ellis are on that list. That’s all well and good, but the Magic have very little room to negotiate trades, as their roster is replete with bad contracts. It remains to be seen whether or not the Magic can make the moves necessary to keep Dwight in town. HoopsWorld

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Doug Collins isn't the only one looking forward to Evan Turner and Andre Iguodala playing together more this season. Turner also can't wait to be paired with Iguodala after the two similar-sized slashers didn't spend much time on the court during Turner's rookie season. "Not only is it the coach's vision, it's myself and Andre's vision as well," said Turner on Tuesday. "We're trying to make it work. I think Andre and I have been doing a better job of communicating and trying to figure out ways for us to play together." phillyburbs.com

Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala, Evan Turner, Doug Collins 

Turner had a busy summer, spending time with shooting guru Herb Magee to get rid of a hitch in his jumper and playing a lot of ball. "(I was) just getting my game back and gaining a lot of confidence through hard work," he said. "I think it was a great summer." phillyburbs.com

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Hall Of Fame coach Herb Magee, a "shot doctor" who has mentored Charles Barkley, Jameer Nelson and Sebastian Telfair, among many others, spent part of the offseason working with Philadelphia 76ers wing Evan Turner. "Turner has improved. He's learning how to play through a couple missed shots. He's willing to listen, a terrific, bright young man," Magee said during a phone interview on Wednesday. SN Nation

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