If you missed it or otherwise forgot this obscure chapter in Philadelphia 76ers history, you would be forgiven because other similar wild and nearly unbelievable stories have come out of the Philadelphia 76ers rebuilding period over the last decade or so. But at one point, a general manager stepped down from his post with the team after he was tied to social media "burner" accounts that shared sensitive team information, including health and injury details of players.
The Sixers had the accounts investigated and it was determined that Colangelo's wife established and ran the accounts, sharing sensitive information that Colangelo was the source of. She admitted her involvement, and an investigating law firm painted Colangelo as reckless as the source of the account's inforrmation.
Years later, a Sixers beat reporter addressed the burner accounts, admitting that the account was one of his, "best sources," in an interview with the Hello and Welcome podcast.
Burner Account: An Inside Source
The idea of a beat reporter for an established outlet using an anonymous social media account as a source lands as a bit wild. Pompey went on to say that after some claims were made and verified, it became clear to people in the circle that the account was more than just your standard fan-run troll account.
"When he got caught, I was mad!" Pompey said on the podcast, referring to Colangelo. "I was like, 'Oh man, I just lost my best source!'"
Pompey went on to explain how he would use information from the account to write his stories. "It was kind of like, 'such and such is gonna happen today.' And so I would like, write it. I mean, first you would verify it." It was all very casual and seemingly routine for Pompey, who was one of the most prominent Sixers reporters at the time.
The Wild World of the Philadelphia 76ers
It is a wild story, but not entirely out of character for the Sixers' franchise. As one reporter put it on Twitter: "Somehow, this doesn't even crack the top-five craziest things to come out around the Sixers in the last several years."
In recent years, the Sixers have been involved in numerous scandals and controversies. The team's drama has been a constant source of entertainment for fans and media alike, sometimes even dominating headlines in the off-season. But one can understand why the Sixers would be a bit more cautious about sharing sensitive information about players with the media. The franchise has certainly seen its fair share of controversy.
The Curious Case of @PompeyOnSixers
The story has gone viral, and the podcast interview with Pompey is a must-listen for any basketball fan. It is an entertaining and interesting look into how information is shared, and it highlights the importance of verifying information from sources. There are several things that stand out about the story. First, Pompey admits to using a burner account as a source, which raises questions about journalistic ethics and the integrity of the information being shared. Second, the story reveals the lengths that some reporters will go to get information, even if it means using questionable methods. Third, the story is a reminder that the world of sports can be just as dramatic as any other industry. The Sixers' story reminds us that the world of sports can be a complex and often unpredictable place. The story also highlights the importance of being critical of the information that we consume, especially in the age of social media, when it is easy to spread false or misleading information.
But as crazy as the whole story is, it serves as a reminder to always be critical of the sources we use, especially when it comes to sharing sensitive information. It is a story that will likely continue to be discussed for years to come, and it serves as a cautionary tale for all of us who are involved in sharing information online.
