Embiid became the first player in history to score 35 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 6 blocks, and 2 steals in a single game.
Joel Embiid, the first brother of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, killed everyone in the opening game of his home court yesterday (30th). Not only did he set a historical record, but he also led the 76ers to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 126:98. James Harden, who has a tense relationship with the 76ers, also appeared on the court. It is said that he is expected to play in the game as soon as Friday (3rd) Taiwan time.
In front of his own fans, Embiid played with more enthusiasm. In less than 30 minutes of playing in this game, he scored 35 points with 12 of 22 shots and a shooting rate of over 50%. He also had 15 rebounds, 7 assists, and 6 blocks. He scored 26 points in offense and 2 interceptions, showing his all-round skills in both offense and defense. Teammates Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris also scored 26 points and 24 points respectively, allowing the game to enter garbage time early. The 76ers still managed to win in the final quarter. He was replaced with a substitute player with 4 minutes left, and the game ended with a 28-point victory over the Trail Blazers.
According to statistics from the foreign media “LVBET“, Embiid was the first player since Chris Webber in 2001 to score 20 points, 2 interceptions, and 5 blocks in the half, and he scored 35 points in the game. , 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 6 blocks, 2 steals, and is the first player in history to produce such data in a single game.
It was previously reported that Harden wanted to go with the team but was rejected and was asked by the team to stay in Philadelphia to adjust his condition. Although he did not play in this game, he finally showed up on the court and even chatted with his teammate Tucker (P.J. Tucker) while watching the game on the sidelines. Tucker) was talking and laughing, and the relationship seemed to be quite good. In an interview after the game, Embiid also revealed that Harden would not embarrass him on the bench.
76ers head coach Nick Nurse confirmed that Harden has returned to the team and revealed that he has participated in pre-game film analysis and drills. He is expected to enter formal training on Wednesday and is expected to play as soon as Friday at home against the Toronto Raptors.
