At a Glance
- Sixers defeat Knicks 130-119 at Madison Square Garden.
- Tyrese Maxey scores 36 points; VJ Edgecombe adds 26.
- Joel Embiid tallies 26 points, 10 rebounds.
- Why it matters: The win boosts Philadelphia’s record to 19-14 and showcases the team’s offensive depth.
Philadelphia’s 76ers continued their winning streak on the road, securing a third straight victory over New York in a high-scoring affair at Madison Square Garden. The win moves the team to 19-14 on the season, while the Knicks drop to 23-12.
Game Highlights
Maxey poured in 36 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks, while Embiid added 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Edgecombe matched that with 26 points, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks, and Paul George chipped in 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.
- Tyrese Maxey: 36 pts, 8 reb, 4 ast
- Joel Embiid: 26 pts, 10 reb, 5 ast
- VJ Edgecombe: 26 pts, 4 ast
- Paul George: 15 pts, 8 reb, 6 ast
- Jalen Brunson: 31 pts
- Karl-Anthony Towns: 23 pts, 14 reb
Coaching Insight
Coach Nick Nurse said the team was ready to move to 5-on-5, emphasizing the importance of getting the game plan in place.
Coach Nick Nurse said:
> “They’re ready to move to 5-on-5 and we’ve just got to get that done…”
Injury Update
Philadelphia’s lineup was without Kelly Oubre Jr. (left knee LCL sprain) and Trendon Watford (left adductor sprain). New York was without Josh Hart (right ankle sprain) and Landry Shamet (right shoulder sprain).
Key Moments
The game began with Embiid committing the first three turnovers, including a strip by Mitchell Robinson. Nurse experimented with the Embiid-Bona frontcourt, finding synergy in the double-big lineup. Edgecombe dominated defensively against Brunson, and his three-point shooting sparked a late rally that kept the Knicks in contention.
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 36 | 8 | 4 |
| Joel Embiid | 26 | 10 | 5 |
| VJ Edgecombe | 26 | – | 4 |
| Paul George | 15 | 8 | 6 |
| Jalen Brunson | 31 | – | – |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 23 | 14 | – |
Key Takeaways
- Sixers win 130-119, extending road streak.
- Maxey’s 36 points highlight offensive depth.
- Coach Nurse’s focus on 5-on-5 signals strategic shift.
The victory cements Philadelphia’s position in the Eastern Conference and sets the stage for the next leg of the season.
