In a significant NBA matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a crucial victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, with a final score of 116-96. Joel Embiid, returning from injury, delivered a standout performance, scoring 30 points and securing 12 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play. This victory not only showcased Embiid's dominance on the court but also helped the 76ers close in on a higher seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race, pulling them within a half-game of seventh place. On the same night, the Memphis Grizzlies celebrated Marc Gasol, a key figure in their franchise history, by retiring his jersey number. Gasol's contributions were honored in a ceremony that highlighted his 11 seasons with the team, including three NBA All-Star selections, two All-NBA selections, and a 2013 Defensive Player of the Year award.
Joel Embiid in win vs. Grizzlies: 🔔 30 points 🔔 12 rebounds So back. https://t.co/wywzPfQZJM
Marc Gasol watches his jersey get lifted into the rafters in Memphis 👏 https://t.co/1wWf2UzNjR
Sixers keep first-round playoff hopes alive with 116-96 win over Memphis Grizzlies https://t.co/0nQxiTXguy via @phillyinquirer
3️⃣3️⃣ goes up in the Memphis rafters forever 🙌 @memgrizz https://t.co/6xQDWRFCvo
welcome to the 12K club, @JoelEmbiid! 👑 https://t.co/va1dZT3ERh
Joel Embiid dropped 30 PTS & 12 REB in only 23 minutes to lead the Sixers to the W in Memphis! https://t.co/AQGhzyn7SJ
Marc Gasol shares how much being a part of the Grizzlies organization meant to him during his basketball journey 🗣️ https://t.co/U0QCRJrBbc
Embiid has 30 points and 12 rebounds in 23 minutes to lead the 76ers past the Grizzlies, 116-96 https://t.co/h8sQvHOYUG
Joel Embiid had 30 points and 12 rebounds in just 23 minutes and the Philadelphia 76ers pulled within a half-game of seventh place in the Eastern Conference by beating the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 116-96 on Saturday night. https://t.co/y0hTLYbWih
Joel Embiid since returning from injury: 84 minutes 83 points Insane. https://t.co/ByK52C5QJV
Joel Embiid's night was short but packed with highlights as the Sixers cruised to another victory. 🔥 Observations from @NoahLevick. ⤵️ https://t.co/eKQrxLMRCb
Joel Embiid dominated the Grizzlies tonight 💪 https://t.co/3fVlNmITYX
The Sixers make easy work of the Memphis Grizzlies, winning 116-96 A vintage Embiid performance, 30 PTS & 12 REB in just 23 minutes The Sixers are back on the court tomorrow night at 7 against the Spurs #BrotherlyLove https://t.co/9wcLZ3M7Rl
Final: Sixers 116, Grizzlies 96. And now for the fun part ...
Joel Embiid tonight: 30 Points 12 Rebounds 2 Blocks 69% FG 100% 3P 22 Minutes https://t.co/J0k6oKtdSl
Joel Embiid has 30 points at halftime https://t.co/vfxe03wjWU
End of 3: Sixers 86, Grizzlies 70. Embiid with 30 and 12, but also has eight turnovers.
Joel Embiid in 22 minutes: 30 points 12 rebounds 9/13 FG Light work. https://t.co/3TfI9Z2jGr
And just like that Embiid is already at 30 points with 7 minutes left in the 3rd quarter. 30 points (9/13) 12 rebounds 1 assist 1 block +15 (team high) 23 minutes https://t.co/0SDn7i0AP6
Joel Embiid is definitely back. The Sixers center has hit the floor at least three times tonight.
Embiid has 8 turnovers. The third quarter just started. The Sixers are still up 20.
Joel Embiid and Kyle Lowry run the two-man game to perfection on the fastbreak! Sixers-Grizzlies | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/2ukr56xh9p https://t.co/LDo2DQfM7u
Joel Embiid in the first half vs. the Grizzlies tonight: 22 PTS 10 REB 7-10 FG 2-2 3PT https://t.co/fOIv10RNo6
Joel Embiid wildly outclassing everyone else on the floor while still playing at about 63% intensity. Has 22 and 9 at half, Sixers lead Memphis 62-42.
The Sixers are up 5 at the end of the first. Sixers - 28 Grizzlies - 23 This is largely due to three point shooting, where the Sixers are shooting 4/11 compared to the Grizzlies 1/7. https://t.co/FtxCoRr0Gs
Marc Gasol received a standing ovation during the midway point of the first quarter. He also got a video message from Mike Conley and Lionel Hollins. Video of Gasol’s reaction: https://t.co/z1NWlioDzD
Ready to tip in Memphis. Embiid playing! https://t.co/qurx6v4IwM
Joel Embiid warms up before tipoff in Memphis! Don't miss the action at 8pm/et on the NBA App 🏀 https://t.co/jYZgeDU7fo
Joel Embiid is IN the lineup tonight against the Grizzlies! Tip-off scheduled for 8 PM, @Matt_Murphy04 has the pregame in just a few minutes followed by @McGinnisThomas on the call! https://t.co/r0zGuJxvBR
Sixers starter vs. Memphis Grizzlies Oubre Jr. Batum Embiid Lowry Maxey
Tyrese Maxey arrives in Memphis for an interconference battle between the Sixers and Grizzlies on the NBA App! ⏰ 8pm/et https://t.co/q14arIIyJx
#Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey will play tonight vs. the #Grizzlies.
Joel Embiid is playing tonight vs. the Grizzlies.
This iconic 3-point celly from Big Spain 🕺 @MarcGasol's #33 jersey to the rafters tonight in Memphis! https://t.co/Y8z2rDrJoO
what’s your favorite marc gasol memory?
11 seasons in Memphis. 3 NBA All-Star selections. 2 All-NBA selections. 2013 #KiaDPOY. Take a look at @MarcGasol's top 10 plays with the @memgrizz ahead of his jersey retirement tonight! https://t.co/DtNzuqImMy
On Marc Gasol's jersey retirement night, the interview I did with ZBo and Marc back in the day. https://t.co/UxID9GxkYB
Marc Gasol is a hall of fame person even if he isn’t better than me at Connect Four. So excited to see his number retired tonight! https://t.co/TSOV7txdrD
The Memphis Grizzlies are retiring Marc Gasol’s number today 🔥 https://t.co/j0nu31OaEG
MIAMI — The 76ers responded well in a hostile environment. While they must regain their rhythm, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey showed why they’re regarded as the NBA’s top pairing. And the Sixers must do a better job against the zone defense. Those three things stood out in the…
Tyrese Maxey drops 37 in return, 76ers rally past Heat to tighten East race. 🔔 https://t.co/xW6ZYKo3kl https://t.co/HRXqJ6N5tY
Tyrese Maxey scored 37 points, Joel Embiid added 29 and the 76ers topped the Miami Heat 109-105 to tighten the already-muddled race in the Eastern Conference for the last guaranteed playoff spot. https://t.co/nk6IAlMGrW
Sixers hang on to defeat Miami Heat, gain some ground in playoff race https://t.co/RVA7rZzYhp via @phillyinquirer #NBA
Maxey scores 37, Embiid 29, Philadelphia rallies past Miami 109-105 to tighten East race https://t.co/guo4BaCDvw
Tyrese Maxey, Sixers outrun the Heat https://t.co/Xo64ZHhpm3