nba Game Recap
Recap - 76ers Defeat Charlotte 118-114
Ben Simmons went off for 28 points and added 8 rebounds leading Philadelphia over Charlotte, 118-114, on Tuesday at Spectrum Center.
Bettors who backed the 76ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 223.0.
JJ Redick had 27 points for Philadelphia and Jimmy Butler chipped in with 23 points. Jimmy Butler had 9 assists for the 76ers, while Tobias Harris was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Charlotte got 26 points from Jeremy Lamb in a losing cause and another 21 points from Kemba Walker. Kemba Walker contributed 4 assists for the Hornets, while Jeremy Lamb had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Philadelphia were victorious, as the score was 62-59 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Charlotte as they grabbed 46 boards, while Philadelphia only had 44
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act home to face Boston looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Minnesota.