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Edgecombe, Edwards Power Shorthanded 76ers to 139-118 Win Over Kings

Embiid remains sidelined with a right oblique strain during a tight playoff push.

Overview

  • Rookie VJ Edgecombe posted a career-high 38 points with 11 assists, while Justin Edwards scored a career-best 32 with seven three-pointers.
  • Quentin Grimes added 27 points as Philadelphia shot 50% from the field and 47% from three.
  • The win ended a five-game road skid and marked the 76ers’ fourth victory in six games without their top stars.
  • Joel Embiid missed his 11th straight game; coach Nick Nurse said he is making progress but gave no return timetable.
  • Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. remained out, Paul George is suspended through March 25, and the 76ers moved to 38-32 ahead of Saturday’s visit to Utah.