The results of the night, that of Joel Embiid
Cavaliers @ Lakers : 97-116
Pistons @ Nets : 103-113
Sixers @ Grizzlies : 116-96
Hawks @ Nuggets : 110-142
Joel Embiid in force with the 76ers, the Lakers series
– What if the Philadelphia Sixers avoided going through the Play-in box? While direct qualification for the Playoffs seemed unlikely in recent weeks, the return of Joel Embiid changed everything for this team! Last night, the 76ers dominated the Memphis Grizzlies (116-96). For a 4th consecutive victory.
Sometimes rusty since his comeback, the Cameroonian is experiencing a nice rise in power: 30 points (9/13 on shots) and 12 rebounds in 23 minutes. Despite some inaccuracies (8 lost balls), the interior represents an invaluable leader for this formation. By his side, Kelly Oubre Jr (17 points) was efficient. While the French Nicolas Batum a eu son impact (9 points).
Opposite, the Grizzlies were quickly overwhelmed… with a big turnover within the squad. Scotty Pippen Jr (24 points) and GG Jackson (17 points) took the opportunity to show off. In any case, Philadelphia, 8th, is only 1 victory behind the Indiana Pacers, currently in 6th place.
– The Los Angeles Lakers don’t stop! By dominating the Cleveland Cavaliers (116-97), the Angelenos signed a 4th consecutive victory, the 9th in the last 10 meetings. A signed success D’Angelo Russell (28 points), LeBron James (24 points, 12 assists) and Anthony Davis (22 points, 13 rebonds).
Coming out of the bench, Taurean Prince (18 points) was also impactful. In control of the debates throughout the match, the Californians, despite the Cavs’ comebacks, were able to respond to maintain the gap.
Yet, Darius Garland (26 points) sometimes stepped up to bring his team back. Especially before halftime. But the Lakers always had the answer. With in particular the (unintentional) help of a Donovan Mitchell very clumsy (10 points at 4/13 on shots). In the rankings, Los Angeles is now in 8th place in the West! Only 0.5 victory away from the New Orleans Pelicans, 7th…
REAVES TO LEBRON FOR THE SLAM pic.twitter.com/hMQEF6r2Y5
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 6, 2024
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Nikola Jokic in triple-double, Cam Thomas has fun
– The Denver Nuggets outclassed the Atlanta Hawks (142-110). Well helped by a disastrous defense, the Colorado franchise rolled with a triple-double for Nikola Jokic : 19 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists.
For his return, Jamal Murray showed interesting form with 16 points in 21 minutes, while Michael Porter Jr (20 points) also did the job. Very quickly, the Nuggets widened the gap and Mike Malone was able to open his rotation.
Opposite, the Hawks’ major 5 tried to resist, but did not have the same collective weapons. Still without Trae Young, Dejounte Murray (14 points at 4/15 on shots) struggled to exist in this game.
Behind-the-back dime from Justin pic.twitter.com/qzz2W3IPQO
— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 7, 2024
– In a match without the slightest stake, the Brooklyn Nets beat the Detroit Pistons (113-103). At this end of the freewheeling season, Cam Thomas (32 points) and Dennis Schröder (24 points) had fun carrying the Nets.
Sans Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and even Evan Fournier, injured, the Pistons had nevertheless made an excellent start. With notably Then touch Metu (20 points) and Marcus Sasser (18 points). But little by little, the Nets got back together, with a strong 4th quarter to win.
In the money-time, the Pistons also conceded a terrible 4-22… Jaden Ivey (16 points, 10 assists) poured a lot of water (7/21 on shots) despite his double-double.
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