Joel Embiid's 41 points and 10 assists led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 126-121 victory over Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in a showdown between the last two NBA MVPs. Tyrese Maxey scored 25 points and Tobias Harris had 24 for the Sixers, while Jokic contributed 25 points and 19 rebounds for the Nuggets. Embiid's three-point play and subsequent three-pointer secured the win, showcasing the Sixers' strength when he is healthy.

By the Numbers
  • Joel Embiid: 41 points, 10 assists
  • Tyrese Maxey: 25 points
  • Tobias Harris: 24 points
  • Nikola Jokic: 25 points, 19 rebounds
State of Play
  • Joel Embiid's 18th straight 30-point game ties NBA history
  • The win demonstrates the 76ers' strength when Embiid is healthy and playing
Bottom Line

Embiid's dominant performance secures a significant win for the 76ers, underlining his impact on the team's success.