Philadelphia 76ers 115-103 Minnesota Timberwolves: Paul George Leads 76ers to Victory
Final Score
Philadelphia 76ers 115 - 103 Minnesota Timberwolves
Result: 76ers win by 12 points
Status: Finished
Match Summary
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-103 on Friday night in Philadelphia. Paul George led the way with 23 points, while Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. added 21 points each. Joel Embiid returned from illness to contribute 19 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists.
The 76ers dominated the third quarter, outscoring Minnesota 42-24 to take control of the game. Anthony Edwards struggled for the Timberwolves with just eight points, missing 12 of 15 shots and all seven 3-point attempts in his return from illness.
Key Events
- Q3 02:50 – 76ers trailed 70-68 with 2:50 remaining in the third quarter
- Q3 End – 76ers scored 15 of the final 16 points of the quarter to lead 83-71, with Maxey contributing six points and Quentin Grimes finishing the stretch with back-to-back fast-break layups
- Q4 06:30 – Paul George's 3-pointer put Philadelphia ahead by 17 points
- Q4 Final – Minnesota got within six points in the final 1½ minutes before Kelly Oubre Jr. sealed the win with consecutive 3-pointers
Basic Stats
Philadelphia 76ers
- Paul George: 23 points
- Tyrese Maxey: 21 points
- Kelly Oubre Jr.: 21 points
- Joel Embiid: 19 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists
Minnesota Timberwolves
- Julius Randle: 21 points
- Bones Hyland: 21 points
- Anthony Edwards: 8 points (12-15 FG, 0-7 3P)
Highlights
Watch Highlights: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Philadelphia 76ers Game Highlights available on AP NBA
Match Context
Tournament: NBA Regular Season Stage: Regular Season (5 games remaining for 76ers) Both teams are in sixth place in their respective conferences. The 76ers remain sixth in the Eastern Conference with a 43-34 record, while the Timberwolves are sixth in the Western Conference with a 46-31 record.
Stage: Regular Season (5 games remaining for 76ers) Both teams are in sixth place in their respective conferences. The 76ers remain sixth in the Eastern Conference with a 43-34 record, while the Timberwolves are sixth in the Western Conference with a 46-31 record.