With the State Farm NBA Play-In Tournament beginning Tuesday night, there are a handful of teams still awaiting a first-round opponent.
That includes the 76ers, who will host the eventual No. 8 seed in the East on Sunday.
Philadelphia practiced Tuesday afternoon.
Here's some of what was said following practice...
HEAD COACH DOC RIVERS
Regarding practice structure this week, Rivers laid out the plan:
"We have our own rhythm. We'll go hard a couple days. Light [on Thursday]. Probably hard [on Friday]. And then, probably, Saturday will be more of a shootaround-focus."
Rivers said the focus remains on their own group, without a set opponent just yet for the opening round:
After declaring his dinner plans for the week, Rivers voiced his excitement over watching the upcoming Play-In Tournament:
"Clearly, you watch every game. Both conferences. First of all, it's fun. It's something you want to watch. The best part of the playoffs is, when you're not playing, you can sit there and watch all the different things that happen in a playoff game. And they're teachers for you as well."
TOBIAS HARRIS
Harris stressed where the team's defensive focus lies this week:
When asked about last season and motivation for this year's playoffs, Harris talked about staying in the present moment, and explained why this team is different:
"New culture, new status, new confidence, new vibe. Here we are. It's a great opportunity. To be on this special of a team is a blessing and this is the opportunity that we have to do something great."
Harris on the Play-In Tournament:
"I think it brings excitement to the league and the fans."
The veteran then revealed his viewing plans:
"I'm going to sit on my couch, watch the games, and may the best man win...and come here and see us."
SETH CURRY
Curry detailed the intensity level of the team's first practice of the week:
The start time for Sunday's Game 1 is still to be determined.