CBS · Jan 5, 2025
Embiid powers 76ers to victory over short-handed Nets
NEW YORK — Joel Embiid had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 on Saturday night.
Tyrese Maxey added 18 points and Paul George and Caleb Martin each had 17 for the 76ers, who snapped a two-game losing streak.
Ziaire Williams had 19 points and Keon Johnson chipped in 15 for the short-handed Nets, who have lost 12 out of their last 16 games.
Brooklyn was playing without starters Cam Thomas (left strained ankle), Cam Johnson (right sprained ankle) and Ben Simmons (sore left calf).
The injuries to Thomas and Cam Johnson took place during Thursday's victory at Milwaukee while Simmons was ruled out just before tip-off.