With more than 35 years of experience as a spiritual leader, Rabbi Jonathan Z. Maltzman oversees a Conservative congregation of nearly 300 families in Rockville, Maryland. A basketball enthusiast, Jonathan Z. Maltzman enjoys playing the game and watching the Philadelphia 76ers.
Showing a significant improvement in the 2016-17 regular season, the Philadelphia 76ers increasing their win total by 18 from the previous year. Notwithstanding this turnaround, the franchise finished second-to-last in the Eastern Conference with a record of 28-54. However, league analysts believe the 76ers could build upon their recent success and advance as far as the playoffs in the coming season.
Part of this reasoning comes from the fact that the roster features several young men who have yet to tap into their potential. Among these players, Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons stand out as leaders who have the ability to guide their team to the next level. Beyond the current status of the lineup, the 76ers also benefit from having the resources to extend contracts, conduct trades, and manage free agents in a way that can help them reach the playoffs.
