No LeBron James, no problem for Sixers, improving to 3-0 with victory over Bucks
PhillyVoice • • sports
Key Points:
- The Philadelphia 76ers secured a 127-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks without LeBron James, showcasing the team's depth with three All-Stars and emerging talents stepping up offensively.
- Joel Embiid delivered a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Jaylen Brown contributed significantly on his 30th birthday, using his physicality to create scoring opportunities.
- Dean Wade made his Sixers debut as a versatile two-way forward, providing defensive flexibility and contributing timely three-pointers despite limited minutes due to an ankle sprain.
- Rookie LaBaron Philon Jr. made his NBA debut, and backup center Adem Bona struggled, with Jabari Walker showing promise in the backup role during the game.
- The Sixers plan to rest Embiid for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Pistons, continuing their cautious approach to his playing time over the weekend back-to-back schedule.
