SIXERS NEWS

The Sixers dropped their preseason opener to the Nets 103-96. They weren't really trying to win as much they were trying to learn Doug Collins system and get a feel for each other. So it is not surprise they lost. Even to the Nets. Mo Speights led the way with 19 pts and 9 rebounds, while Elton Brand chipped in with 15 pts, Jrue Holiday contributed a solid 10 pts and 4 rebounds and Evan Turner added 12 pts and 7 rebounds off the bench.