76ers Overcome Slow Start to End Raptors’ Winning Streak
Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points, Joel Embiid added 29, and Trendon Watford achieved his first career triple-double as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Toronto Raptors 130–120 on Saturday, ending Toronto’s four-game winning streak.
Watford contributed 20 points, a career-high 17 rebounds, and 10 assists in his first start of the season. The victory also halted Philadelphia’s own two-game losing skid.
Key Performers
- Tyrese Maxey — 31 points
- Joel Embiid — 29 points, including 4-of-8 from three-point range
- Trendon Watford — 20 points, 17 rebounds, 10 assists (first career triple-double)
- RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley — 22 points each for Toronto
- Brandon Ingram — 21 points
- Scottie Barnes — 18 points
- Collin Murray-Boyles — 12 points
- Sandro Mamukelashvili — 10 points
Game Highlights
Toronto started strong, making 10 of its first 12 shots from long range. However, their accuracy dropped sharply to 23.1 percent (6 of 26) from three-point distance for the remainder of the game.
The Raptors cut the deficit to 119–116 on a three-pointer by Barrett with 3:25 left. But Embiid’s tip-in capped a 6–0 run, giving the Sixers a 125–116 edge with under two minutes remaining. Maxey then closed the game with a deep jumper to secure the win.
“Embiid played a season-high 26 minutes and was 4-of-8 from beyond the arc.”
Final Score
Philadelphia 76ers 130 — Toronto Raptors 120
Summary: Philadelphia rebounded behind standout efforts from Maxey, Embiid, and Watford, snapping their skid and halting Toronto’s four-game surge with balanced offense and timely defense.