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If the Sixers are eliminated by the Boston Celtics in Game 7, the general consensus around the league is that they’ll try to trade Iguodala this summer. Even with Philadelphia’s recent success, league sources insist that Iguodala is a player who could be moved this offseason if the right offer comes along. HoopsWorld

Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala, Trade 

The Lakers, who are looking to shake their roster up this offseason, are expected to once again emerge as a potential suitor for Iguodala. The 28-year-old would be an excellent fit for Los Angeles and solve their problem at small forward. Sources close to the situation say that Kobe Bryant would welcome the move since he has wanted the Lakers to acquire an athletic, versatile small forward for several years. HoopsWorld

Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala, Trade, Kobe Bryant 

Iverson came out wearing Lou Williams’ No. 23 jersey, which meant a lot to Williams. “It’s pretty cool for him to do that,” Williams said. “Everybody knows our relationship and that he’s a big brother figure to me. We’ve always had a very close relationship, and him being my idol and me modeling my game after him.” Delaware News Journal

Philadelphia 76ers, Allen Iverson, Louis Williams 

“If I know him like I think I know him, he’s probably looking for a gym right now,” Williams said with a laugh. “Who knows what he has left in the tank? But it’s still fresh for him, and he’s still got that itch.” Delaware News Journal

Philadelphia 76ers, Free Agency, Allen Iverson, Louis Williams 

Iguodala received more points than the Lakers’ Kobe Bryant (17), but Bryant made the second team because he was No. 4 among all guards. “I’m very surprised,” Collins said prior to Wednesday night’s Game 6 at the Wells Fargo Center. “To me, he’s one of the premier defenders at his position in the league. I can see LeBron. LeBron is a guy who guards multiple positions, as does ‘Dre. But, to me, ‘Dre should’ve been no worse than second team.” phillyburbs.com

Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala 

Tom Moore: #Sixers Young 'very surprised' Iguodala not named to all-defensive team. Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Igoudala 

Bob Cooney: Even players are asking if Iverson is going to be here. Did Sixers leak he might be coming? If so, major mistake Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Allen Iverson 

Tzvi Twersky: Allen Iverson plans to be in attendance tonight at Game 6 in Philadelphia, according to multiple sources. #celtics #sixers Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Allen Iverson 

Tzvi Twersky: Haven't confirmed with #sixers, but I believe AI will be introduced on the big screen before the game. Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Allen Iverson 

The Celtics responded to a Game 4 wakeup call by routing the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half in taking a 101-85 Game 5 victory Monday night at TD Garden. Boston has a 3-2 series edge entering Game 6 in Philadelphia Wednesday night. Bass, averaging 10.1 points in the series before Monday night, scored 18 of his 27 points in the third quarter as the Celtics went on 10-0 and 12-4 runs to take control of the contest. But first-half signs did not point to a double-digit margin of victory, and the Celtics did not regain the lead for good until late in the third quarter. “We weren’t right in the first half,’’ coach Doc Rivers said. “You could just feel it. We just . . . it was funny, you could see all our guys, they were looking at each other every time someone made a shot. “I don’t want to get corny, but it was like the Celtic spirit, it wasn’t there. I talked about it a couple times in timeouts. And I just told our coaches we’ve just got to somehow get through this half and just see if we can just gather them back.’’ Boston Globe

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Brandon Bass 

Bass “was able to make statement plays that get the crowd involved with two dunks in a row, and we were just never able to recover after that,” said 76ers Sixth Man Lou Williams. “It’s like taking a cold shower, stepping into a freezer that’s below 60,” added Garnett of the Boston crowd. “I wouldn’t recommend it, but if you want the feeling, try it out, come back and let me know.” Alrighty, then. Well, now Garnett and the Celtics hope to close out the series in Game 6 on Wednesday night in Philadelphia, where the Philly faithful will surely give the 76ers a similar home court advantage, right KG? “Not even close,” he said. “Not even close. You got fans, and then you got fairweather fans. Take it how you want.” WEEI.com

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Kevin Garnett 

For Brand, these playoffs have been rough. After not playing more than 17 minutes, 49 seconds in any of the first four games of the series, Brand looked spry enough in the first half for the Sixers to play him 18 minutes. Brand shrugged off the notion that his injuries are slowing him down. Instead, he chose to focus on what another nice game from him would mean for the Sixers. "It is what it is," Brand said of his injuries. "A lot of guys are playing with a lot of ailments right now so I can't complain. I know a lot of guys are playing with more aches and pains than me, I'm sure. Philadelphia Inquirer

Philadelphia 76ers, Elton Brand 

Rod Thorn says there’s nothing to a published report Sunday that claimed there are “whispers that Rod Thorn may have had enough.” “(I have) no plans on retiring at this time,” said Thorn in an email response Monday. “I’m (getting) ready for the draft.” Thorn, who turns 71 on Wednesday, became the team’s president and general manager Aug. 12, 2010, after 10 seasons as president of the Nets. The previous ownership regime of Ed Snider and Peter Luukko hired Thorn to replace Ed Stefanski. The new owners, led by managing owner Josh Harris and CEO Adam Aron, assumed control of the team Oct. 17, 2011. phillyburbs.com

Philadelphia 76ers, Rod Thorn 

Tom Moore: #Sixers Collins: 'I want us to have some fun and play' in Game 5 tonight. Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Doug Collins 

Tom Moore: #Sixers (Thaddeus) Young: "(My ankle's) been bothering me a little. We’re in the semis trying to get to the (East) finals – everybody has to show up." Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Injuries, Thaddeus Young 

Game 4’s foul disparity — the 76ers attempted 36 free throws to the Celtics [team stats]’ 19 — has found the Celtics on their best behavior, sort of. “Let’s not go there,” Keyon Dooling said. Rivers initially offered a verbal bouquet yesterday when he said, “I’m not mad at the officials. I love the officials. We had a big lead and all of a sudden they started going to the line, which allowed them to get back into the game. We have to stop fouling, or we have to get fouled — one of the two. Clearly it didn’t favor us.” . . . Boston Herald

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Keyon Dooling, Referees 

As much as the Celtics would love to free up Ray Allen for shots, the fact that the Celtics guard has averaged 7.2 shots and 9.2 points in this series may be more than a trend. “Even the shots he’s had aren’t going in, but they’re not leaving him — they’re not leaving him,” Rivers said of the 76ers coverage. “That makes it difficult, and I don’t know if health-wise he’s able to get away from them either. That combination has made it very tough. Like I said, we’re very thin. You have Ray playing because it’s the playoffs — that’s probably the only reason he’s playing. We’d love to get him shots but it’s tough, because he can’t get away from guys. It’s a tough call.” Boston Herald

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Ray Allen, Referees 

Martin Frank: Collins says #Sixers want to make Pierce, Garnett work both ends of the floor if they're going to log so many minutes. Twitter

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Paul Pierce, Doug Collins, Kevin Garnett 

Tom Moore: #Sixers Collins: 'I think (extra day off) probably benefits them more than us.' #Celtics Twitter

Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, Doug Collins 

Tom Moore: #Sixers Iguodala: '(My Achilles) feels a lot better this series than last.' Twitter

Philadelphia 76ers, Injuries, Andre Igoudala