nba Game Recap
Portland Trail Blazers vs Philadelphia 76ers Wrap - Philadelphia Wins 126-98
The 76ers blew out Portland on Sunday, running up the score in a 126-98 win at Wells Fargo Center.
Bettors who backed the 76ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.5.
Philadelphia got 35 points from Joel Embiid and another 26 points from Tyrese Maxey. De'Anthony Melton contributed 8 assists, while Joel Embiid cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Portland got 20 points from Shaedon Sharpe in a losing cause and another 18 points from Malcolm Brogdon. Malcolm Brogdon contributed 5 assists for the Trail Blazers, while Deandre Ayton had 9 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break winning 66-60 before taking care of business in the second half.
Philadelphia had a 51-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act home to face Toronto looking for another win. For Portland, they head on the road to face Toronto.