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Nets Fall 101-98 Against Philadelphia - Game Recap
The 76ers got a 37-point performance from Joel Embiid, who added 13 rebounds as Philadelphia ran past Brooklyn 101-98 on Saturday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the 76ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 224.0.
James Harden had 29 points for Philadelphia and Tyrese Maxey chipped in with 12 points. James Harden had 6 assists for the 76ers, while Joel Embiid was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Brooklyn got 23 points from Mikal Bridges in a losing cause and another 18 points from Joe Harris. Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 6 assists for the Nets, while Dorian Finney-Smith had 8 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break losing 60-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Brooklyn as they grabbed 42 boards, while Philadelphia only had 41
Philadelphia heads into a battle against the Rockets. Brooklyn, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.