In a commanding performance, Joel Embiid’s 32 points, 12 rebounds, and nine assists, along with Tyrese Maxey’s 25 points and 10 assists, led the Philadelphia 76ers (10-3) to a resounding 121-99 triumph over the Brooklyn Nets (6-7) on Sunday.
De’Anthony Melton contributed significantly, scoring 21 points on an efficient 8-for-10 shooting, marking his fifth consecutive game with double-figure scoring. The collective effort propelled the 76ers to their fifth straight win in Brooklyn.
Lonnie Walker IV’s 26 points off the bench couldn’t salvage a struggling performance by the Nets, who saw their three-game home win streak snapped.
Mikal Bridges added 18 points, and Nic Claxton contributed 10 points and nine rebounds in the effort.
The 76ers’ proficiency from beyond the arc, shooting 45.7%, played a pivotal role in their victory, extending their dominance over the Nets.
