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Philadelphia Defeats Detroit 118-104 - Recap
Joel Embiid went off for 29 points and added 6 rebounds leading Philadelphia over Detroit, 118-104, on Saturday at Wells Fargo Center.
Bettors who backed the 76ers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.5.
Philadelphia got 22 points from Tyrese Maxey and another 19 points from Dwight Howard. Danny Green contributed 4 assists, while Dwight Howard cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Detroit got 14 points from Jerami Grant in a losing cause and another 14 points from Saddiq Bey. Killian Hayes contributed 6 assists for the Pistons, while Saddiq Bey had 7 rebounds.
Philadelphia led at halftime, 56-43.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against the Pacers. Detroit, meanwhile, will have their next action against Chicago.