In a pivotal Eastern Conference matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers, led by Tyrese Maxey's 37 points and Joel Embiid's 29 points, secured a crucial 109-105 victory over the Miami Heat. This win not only showcased the 76ers' resilience but also tightened the race for the last guaranteed playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Following this significant win, the 76ers continued their momentum into the next game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Joel Embiid, demonstrating his dominance on the court, scored 30 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in just 22 minutes, leading the 76ers to a convincing 116-96 win over the Grizzlies. By halftime, Embiid had already amassed 22 points, propelling the 76ers to a commanding 62-42 lead. Embiid's performance was a key factor in the 76ers closing the gap to just a half-game of seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings. The victories against the Heat and Grizzlies underscore the 76ers' strong position and Embiid's critical role in their playoff race.
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 dominated the Grizzlies tonight 💪 https://t.co/3fVlNmITYX
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.
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
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.
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