nba Game Recap
Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Recap - 76ers Win 119-112
The Knicks were burned for 35 points by Joel Embiid on Sunday as the 76ers picked up a 119-112 win at Madison Square Garden.
The 76ers were a -1.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 215.5.
Philadelphia got 29 points from James Harden and another 16 points from Georges Niang. James Harden contributed 13 assists, while Joel Embiid cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Knicks got a 35-point performance from Julius Randle, who was supported by 23 points from Jalen Brunson. Jalen Brunson had 11 assists in a losing cause for New York, while Mitchell Robinson grabbed 16 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break losing 63-60 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York had a 46-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Philadelphia takes its act on the road to face Washington looking for another win. For New York, they head on the road to face Dallas.