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The Atlanta Hawks hosted the banged-up Philadelphia 76ers, taking the game easily to hopefully get their season back on track.
The Atlanta Hawks hosted the banged-up Philadelphia 76ers in a must-win game for both franchises. The 76ers needed to keep the high position in the standings, while the Hawks needed to stop their four-game losing skid.
The game started as expected with the 76ers feeding the ball to Joel Embiid at every opportunity. The big man delivered with 16 points and the 76ers benefitted, opening up a lead in the first period.