"The Sixers have plenty to be proud of at the quarter pole of the NBA season, mainly their 12-5 record to lead the Atlantic Division.

While their place in the standings is more than enough reason to be excited, the Sixers can also relish the fact that they are beginning to gain national recognition for their efforts. In a breakdown of team grades at the quarter mark of the season, Bleacher Report gave the Sixers an 'A+' and CBSSports handed the club an 'A'."