Returning from a sprained right ankle, Joel Embiid showcased an impressive performance with 31 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. Accompanied by Tyrese Maxey’s 21 points, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a 110-97 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday night.
Embiid’s absence during the 76ers’ holiday road trip, where they went 2-2, highlighted his importance. In a recent match against the Bulls, a 105-92 loss, Philadelphia struggled without Embiid, who missed all four games of the trip. However, his return had a significant impact, turning the game into an early blowout.
Despite the Bulls playing well in the absence of injured guard Zach LaVine, who is expected to return on Friday, they couldn’t withstand the dominance of Embiid and the Sixers. The Bulls’ record fell to 10-6 for the season without LaVine, emphasizing the challenge they faced in this particular matchup.