Embiid Scores 31 in His Return, Maxey Has His First Triple-Double, Sixers Beat Bulls 108-100

Embiid’s Return

Joel Embiid had 31 points and 12 rebounds in his return, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 win over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. The 7-foot-0 center started slowly, missing his first seven shots, but then connected on eight of his next 10 in the second quarter for his first 19 points and powered the Sixers to a 62-50 halftime lead.

Maxey’s Triple-Double

Tyrese Maxey got his first career triple-double with 25 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds. Paul George and Kelly Oubre Jr. each scored 12 points as the Sixers won for the fourth time in five games.

Bulls’ Performance

Zach LaVine led the Bulls with 30 points, and Nikola Vucevic and Coby White each had 13 points. The Bulls’ second straight loss.

Game Highlights

• The 76ers opened a 19-point lead in the third quarter before the Bulls narrowed it on a 13-1 run. Chicago closed to within four points twice in the fourth quarter.
• Embiid has missed the last seven games due to knee injuries and a three-game suspension for pushing a sports columnist.
• The 76ers’ 39 points in the second quarter were fueled by Embiid, Maxey, and George, who entered playing only one game together this season.

Takeaways

• Wearing a brace on his surgically repaired left knee, Embiid moved deliberately early in the game. The 2023 MVP then started clicking, along with Maxey and George, as the Sixers scored 39 points in the second quarter.
• The Bulls led 33-23 after one quarter, but then went cold in the second, scoring 17 points on 25% shooting, before coming on again late.

Key Moment

• The Sixers went on a 16-0 run in the second quarter to take the lead for good.

Key Stat

• Embiid played 32 minutes, 53 seconds.

Up Next

• The 76ers play at Indiana on Friday. The Bulls host Charlotte on Friday.

Conclusion
The 76ers’ victory was a testament to the strong performance of Embiid, Maxey, and George, who have only played one game together this season. The win marks the fourth time in five games for the Sixers, who continue to show promising signs of improvement.

FAQs

• What was Embiid’s performance in his return game?
  Embiid had 31 points and 12 rebounds in his return.
• Who got his first career triple-double for the 76ers?
  Tyrese Maxey had 25 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds.
• How many points did the 76ers score in the second quarter?
  The 76ers scored 39 points in the second quarter, fueled by Embiid, Maxey, and George.