nba Game Recap
Recap - 76ers Defeat New York 101-95
The 76ers got a 27-point performance from Joel Embiid, who added 17 rebounds as Philadelphia ran past New York 101-95 on Friday at Madison Square Garden.
The 76ers earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -6.5-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 209.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
James Ennis III had 20 points for Philadelphia and Tobias Harris chipped in with 19 points. Ben Simmons had 8 assists for the 76ers, while Joel Embiid was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 17 boards.
The Knicks got a 22-point performance from Julius Randle, who was supported by 20 points from Marcus Morris. Frank Ntilikina had 4 assists in a losing cause for New York, while Julius Randle grabbed 10 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break losing 51-39 before taking care of business in the second half.
Philadelphia won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-37.
Philadelphia looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pacers. The Knicks will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Boston.