Eric Jay Santos

Joined: Jun 11, 2025

Eric Santos is a contributing writer for Philadelphia 76ers on SI. In 2020, Eric first covered the Houston Rockets for SB Nation, where he created statistical analysis, original opinions, and historical breakdowns in his coverage for the team. In addition to his role as a contributing writer, Eric also served as a social media manager for The Dream Shake. In 2023, Eric was a contributing writer for Boston Celtics on SI, covering the team’s NBA Championship run.

Oct 17, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid before action against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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In an interview with PrizePicks, Allen Iverson shared his thoughts on the 2025-2026 NBA season. Iverson predicted that Cooper Flagg will be the Rookie of the Ye

Nov 15, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) is guarded by Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Group play for the annual NBA Cup tournament begins next week. The Philadelphia 76ers are in East Group B with the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Detroit Piston

Oct 17, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Vj Edgecombe (77) dribbles the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the third quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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With the 2025-2026 NBA season kicking off this week, many of the league’s top rookies will get their first taste of regular season action. Some of those players

Apr 1, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) warms up before a game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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The 2025–2026 NBA season tips off this week. Every player starts with a clean slate, but a few are already standing out as early favorites for the league’s top

Oct 17, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) laughs during a break in action in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Joel Embiid is projected to play 64 games for the 2025-2026 season.

Sep 26, 2025; Camden, NJ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers Tyrese Maxey poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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With the 2025-2026 NBA season less than two weeks away, CBS Sports ranked the top 100 best players heading into next season. Rankings are based on ballots cast

Sep 26, 2025; Camden, NJ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers VJ Edgecombe (77) poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Big Threes have been a highly revered dynamic throughout the NBA’s history. While depth is an important aspect of basketball, success is often attributed to a s

Sep 24, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) poses for portrait during Media Day at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The 2025-2026 NBA season is set to kick off in less than two weeks. There will be ample time for teams to explore the trade market before February’s deadline.