Matt Cord’s tenure as the longtime, much-loved PA announcer for the Sixers will end at the conclusion of this season.
Cord announced Wednesday on X that the Sixers’ 2025-26 campaign will be his last on the job.
“After 28 years as the PA announcer for the Sixers I’m officially retiring at the end of the season,” Cord said. “I’ve had the best seat in the house announcing for the best fans in the world. Thank you to the players and the 76ers organization. What a privilege it’s been.”
Cord developed his own distinct style over the years, from announcing the Sixers’ starting center as “Joel The Process Embiid” to calling buckets for “Allen Iiiiiiiiii-verson.”
He also became known throughout the NBA. Starting in 2022, Cord’s voice has been featured in NBA 2K video games.
Along with his Sixers work, Cord has been a constant on Philadelphia radio. He’s currently the midday host at 93.3 WMMR.