nba Game Recap
76ers Down Denver 126-119 - Match Report
Joel Embiid scored 47 points and chipped in with 18 rebounds for Philadelphia on Saturday, leading the 76ers to a 126-119 victory over Denver at Wells Fargo Center.
Philadelphia won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 231.5.
Philadelphia got 17 points from James Harden and another 14 points from Georges Niang. James Harden contributed 13 assists, while Joel Embiid cleaned the glass with 18 rebounds.
The Nuggets got a 24-point performance from Nikola Jokic, who was supported by 22 points from Jamal Murray. Nikola Jokic had 9 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Nikola Jokic grabbed 8 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break losing 73-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Philadelphia as they grabbed 39 boards, while Denver only had 36
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act home to face Orlando looking for another win. For Denver, they head home to face New Orleans.