nba Game Recap
Hornets Fall 108-98 Against Philadelphia - Game Recap
The 76ers got a 34-point performance from Joel Embiid as Philadelphia handed Charlotte a 108-98 defeat on Friday at Wells Fargo Center.
Philadelphia did not, however, defeat the Hornets against the spread, which closed at -13.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 213.0.
Philadelphia got 23 points from Tyrese Maxey and another 22 points from Kelly Oubre Jr.. Joel Embiid contributed 9 assists, while Paul George cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Charlotte got 20 points from Vasilije Micic in a losing cause and another 15 points from Miles Bridges. Tidjane Salaun contributed 5 assists for the Hornets, while Tidjane Salaun had 8 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break winning 58-46 before taking care of business in the second half.
Charlotte had a 44-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Philadelphia heads into a battle against the Cavaliers. Charlotte, meanwhile, will have their next action against Houston.