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The Philadelphia 76ers experienced an overtime defeat against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night, concluding with a score of 139-132.
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Tobias Harris and De’Anthony Melton made their return to the Sixers’ lineup, while Joel Embiid remained sidelined due to knee swelling.
The game featured a showdown between backup centers, with Paul Reed stepping in for Embiid and Atlanta’s Onyeka Okongwu substituting for Clint Capela. Okongwu’s impressive performance, contributing 11 points, helped the Hawks secure a three-point lead after the first quarter.
Despite a brief scoring drought in the second quarter, the Sixers managed to enter halftime with a 64-61 lead, showcasing a well-rounded offensive effort and solid defense against Trae Young.
Both teams displayed limited defense in the third quarter, resulting in a 34-34 tie. The Sixers maintained their narrow lead. However, the Hawks surged ahead in the fourth quarter as Young took charge. Harris and Maxey’s efforts helped the Sixers reclaim the lead, but a late-game three-point play by the Hawks tied the score, forcing overtime.
In overtime, Maxey fouled out on a questionable call, and the Hawks secured a three-point lead with under 40 seconds remaining. Despite the Sixers’ efforts, including Harris being blocked in the final possession, the Hawks emerged victorious with a 139-132 win.
This marked the Sixers’ first three-game losing streak of the season. They aim to break this streak in their upcoming home game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday.
Key Performances:
Tyrese Maxey: 35 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists, 4 steals. Maxey showcased a tale of two halves, struggling in the first but excelling in the second, leading the Sixers in forcing overtime.
Tobias Harris: 32 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 block. Harris contributed significantly to the offensive load, displaying consistent production throughout the game, especially in the fourth quarter.
Marcus Morris Sr.: 17 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist. Morris delivered a season-high performance, scoring 17 points, including three triples in the second period, showcasing his scoring prowess.
