Introduction:
The oldest franchise in the league, the Philadelphia 76ers started off as the Syracuse Nationals in 1939. They joined the NBA in 1946.
Arena Stats:
Name: Wachovia Center
Opened: 1996
Capacity: 21,600
Defining Characteristic(s): The Wachovia lies at the southeast corner of the South Philadelphia sports complex. It is also home to the Philadelphia Flyers of the NHL. The building was previously named the First Union Center and CoreStates Center.
Brief History:
Founded: 1939
First NBA Championship: 1955
Last NBA Championship: 1983
Other NBA Championships: 1967
Number of Conference Championships: Five
Number of Division Championships: Nine
Number of Playoff Appearances: 42
Hall of Fame Players:
- Charles Barkley
- Wilt Chamberlain
- Billy Cunningham
- Julius Erving
- Hal Greer
- Bailey Howell
- Moses Malone
- Dolph Schayes
Ticket Prices and Buying Tickets:
Lowest: $15.00
Highest: $115.00
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