May 7 - Down but not Out

In this episode of 'This Day in Philly Sports History,' host Jim Montgomery discusses the recent performance of the Sixers, Flyers, and Phillies, highlighting key moments and player performances. He reflects on the Sixers' frustrating loss without Joel Embiid, the Flyers' playoff hopes, and the Phillies' resurgence. The episode also revisits significant historical sports events that occurred on May 7th, including Allen Iverson's infamous practice press conference and the story of Smarty Jones, a local horse racing hero. Additionally, Montgomery sheds light on Jack McKinney's contributions to basketball as the founder of the Showtime Lakers.Chapters00:00 Frustrating Loss for the Sixers04:31 Flyers' Playoff Hopes and Team Dynamics05:30 Phillies' Comeback and Series Performance09:46 Historical Sports Moments: May 7th Highlights13:14 Allen Iverson's Infamous Practice Press Conference16:22 Recent Sixers' Victory and Playoff Drama18:46 Smarty Jones: A Local Hero in Horse Racing20:45 Jack McKinney: The Founder of Showtime Lakers📞 Leave your text or voicemail thoughts and opinions on the Back to the Phuture Voice/Text Line @ 267-495-8531💬 The Discord Channel is now live. Stop by and say hello. https://discord.gg/8vJUv62ZRW👕 Check out http://Phillygoat.com for all of your Philly apparel needs. Use the promo code JIMMONTGOMERY for 10% off of your order📝 https://www.philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/category/this-day-in-philly-sports-history/⛓️ Lotwyn 3D-Printed Hype Chains. Bring the hype to every moment that matters. Got to http://Lotwyn.com explore the shop or reach out if you want something custom made. Use Promo Code TCCPOD for 10% off.🎙️ The Clashing Conferences Podcast brings together the everyday passion of REAL fans and their not so friendly friends for the purpose of real life sports entertainment. Available wherever you get your pods and on YouTube @TheClashingConferences🏈 Check out the Philly Sports History Portal for access to the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame New Digital Archive https://sites.google.com/phillyhall.org/phillysportshistory