The Philadelphia 76ers faced the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco, seeking to extend their winning streak to five games. The matchup took place on a Tuesday night, following the 76ers’ victory in LA the previous evening.
76ers Overpower Warriors
Despite the absence of star player Joel Embiid, the 76ers took control of the game early. They capitalized on their physical advantage, dominating the paint and securing rebounds. The final score was 113-94 in favor of Philadelphia, marking their fifth consecutive victory.
Top Performers
- VJ Edgecombe: 25 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists
- Trendon Watford: 16 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists
- Andre Drummond: 12 points, 11 rebounds
- Kelly Oubre Jr.: 15 points, 5 rebounds
- Tyrese Maxey: 14 points
- Adem Bona: 11 points, 7 rebounds
- Quentin Grimes: 10 points, 5 rebounds
- Dominick Barlow: 10 points, 6 rebounds
Game Insights
Edgecombe was particularly impressive, rebounding from a tough outing against LA. His offensive skills shone as he effectively penetrated the Warrior’s defense and made critical shots during pivotal moments.
Oubre seized opportunities as the Warriors focused on limiting Maxey, contributing valuable scoring in the process. Drummond stepped up in Embiid’s absence, providing strong rebounding and defensive contributions.
Individual Player Grades
- Tyrese Maxey: C – Struggled to find his rhythm but contributed through free throws.
- VJ Edgecombe: A – Showed lightning speed and increased his offensive output significantly.
- Kelly Oubre Jr.: A- – Made several impactful plays despite shooting inconsistencies.
- Dominick Barlow: B – Played energetically, contributing on defense and rebounding.
- Andre Drummond: B+ – Provided significant rebounding and energy throughout the game.
- Trendon Watford: A – Versatile performance with contributions in scoring and assisting.
- Quentin Grimes: A – Excellent defensive play and scoring support.
- Adem Bona: A – Outstanding performance marked by scoring and defensive hustle.
- Jared McCain: Incomplete – Struggled to make an impact in limited minutes.
The Sixers have found their rhythm, and if they continue this form, they may become a formidable force as the season progresses.
