Double-doubles in easy win Embiid notched 27 points (9-19 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 28 minutes during Friday's 122-97 victory over the Clippers. Impact The Sixers jumped out to a big first-quarter lead and never looked back, enabling Embiid to do his damage in just 27 minutes of action. The big man remains neck-and-neck with Nikola Jokic in the MVP race, but he continues to bolster his case with each passing game. Over his last nine appearances, Embiid has averaged 31.6 points, 12.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.7 blocks and 1.4 threes while shooting 47.6 percent from the floor and 43.3 percent from deep.
MARCH 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE