In a stellar performance, Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to a commanding 138-94 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night, securing his sixth triple-double in the NBA. Embiid’s impressive stat line included 30 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists, showcasing his versatile skills on the court.
Backing up Embiid’s standout performance, Tyrese Maxey contributed significantly with 31 points, shooting 5-for-12 from beyond the arc. The 76ers, as a team, connected on 22 of 46 three-point attempts, falling just one make short of the franchise record. Marcus Morris Sr. added to the firepower off the bench, scoring 16 points while shooting an efficient 4-for-5 on three-pointers. Patrick Beverley, known for his defensive prowess, surprised with a 4-for-8 performance from beyond the arc, tallying 12 points.
LeBron James, despite scoring 18 points, found himself on the losing end. However, he achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most minutes played in NBA history, combining regular season and playoffs, when he crossed the 66,289-minute mark. Anthony Davis contributed 17 points and 11 rebounds, and D’Angelo Russell chipped in with 12 points and seven assists for the Lakers, who had previously won four of their last five games.
The 76ers dominated from the three-point line, shooting 13-for-26 in the first half and entering halftime with a commanding 15-point lead, stretching to as many as 25 points. Despite the Lakers’ attempts to cut the deficit, Philadelphia maintained control, with De’Anthony Melton’s back-to-back threes sparking a crucial 10-2 run.
Heading into the fourth quarter with a 98-80 lead, the 76ers continued to build on their advantage, ultimately securing the 138-94 victory. The team’s strong start, including a 20-2 run in the first quarter, set the tone for the game, and the Lakers were never able to recover, with the 76ers consistently expanding their lead.
Embiid’s brilliance, coupled with a collective three-point shooting display, propelled the 76ers to a decisive win, reaffirming their competitive standing in the league.
