nba Game Recap
Philadelphia Defeats Milwaukee 133-130 - Recap
James Harden scored 38 points and added 10 assists for a double-double, leading Philadelphia over Milwaukee, 133-130, on Saturday at Fiserv Forum.
Bettors who backed the 76ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 233.0.
Joel Embiid had 31 points for Philadelphia and Tyrese Maxey chipped in with 26 points. Joel Embiid had 10 assists for the 76ers, while James Harden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Milwaukee got 34 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo in a losing cause and another 26 points from Brook Lopez. Jrue Holiday contributed 13 assists for the Bucks, while Giannis Antetokounmpo had 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Milwaukee were victorious, as the score was 59-53 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Milwaukee as they grabbed 43 boards, while Philadelphia only had 32
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act on the road to face Indiana looking for another win. For Milwaukee, they head on the road to face Washington.