Joel Embiid's tremendous first half led the Sixers to a lead at intermission. Then disaster ensued for the Sixers, on the floor and in the stands.

Joel Embiid put on a show for the home crowd, scoring 38 points and pairing it with another 11 rebounds for a double-double, but it wasn't enough to spell a win for the 76ers, who fell just 3 points short vs.

Joel Embiid finishes with 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists in an OT win over the Rockets. Watch the 4th Quarter Highlights from Philadelphia 76ers vs. Houston Rockets, 01/22/2026

The Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks had an entertaining battle on Saturday, but Joel Embiid and company had nothing to be happy

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Joel Embiid notched a triple-double while Tyrese Maxey scored 36 points and dished 10 assists to power the Sixers to a thrilling victory over the visiting Houston Rockets on Thursday.

Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Houston Rockets 128-122. Hall of Famer Julius “Dr. J” Erving, who led the 76ers to the 1983 NBA championship, was in attendance.

The Philadelphia 76ers are set to face the Toronto Raptors in a much-anticipated matchup, but they will do so without their star center, Joel Embiid. His absence raises questions about the team's performance and strategy moving forward.

Thursday's matchup between the Sixers and Houston Rockets was a treat. What stood out from one of the higher-level games played in Philadelphia this season?