In an exciting match that extended to double overtime, the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 142-134. The game marked the return of Joel Embiid after three weeks of absence, but his performance was not enough to secure the victory.
Maxey Shines, Johnson Responds
Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers’ attack with an outstanding performance of 44 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds in 52 minutes. However, Jalen Johnson of the Hawks responded with 41 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists, contributing significantly to his team’s victory.The game was full of dramatic twists. The Hawks were on the verge of securing the victory in regulation time, but Embiid managed a crucial basket that reduced the difference in the score. After a series of unexpected events, including free throw errors and miscommunication between the officials, the match extended to two overtime periods. Paul George also had a significant participation, adding 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in 28 minutes. In the second overtime, Embiid did not participate due to discomfort in his right knee, limiting his playing time to 30 minutes, where he scored 18 points. VJ Edgecombe, returning from a calf injury, contributed seven points in 21 minutes, but also did not play in overtime. Andre Drummond, for his part, only played six minutes in the first half due to discomfort in his right knee. After the game, Embiid expressed his satisfaction with his return and how he felt physically, focusing on his lateral mobility and his ability to jump. Edgecombe was also optimistic about his recovery. Kristaps Porzingis of the Hawks did not participate due to an illness, and it is unlikely that he will play on Monday against Detroit.I think it was more about perseverance than composure. But I think when we didn’t have composure, or we made mistakes, we were able to keep going and made enough plays when it counted, and we put ourselves in a position [to win], just like them.
Quin Snyder, Hawks Coach
