Joel Embiid's Stellar Return Powers 76ers to Victory Over Mavericks
Joel Embiid made a triumphant return to the court after a 15-game absence, recording a 29-point triple-double to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a narrow 118-116 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. Embiid, who had been sidelined due to swelling in his left knee, played a season-high 36 minutes, contributing 11 rebounds, 10 assists, and a steal. His go-ahead layup with 22 seconds left in the fourth quarter sealed the win for the Sixers, who improved to 20-29 on the season.
The Mavericks, missing key players including newly acquired talent and dealing with injuries, put up a spirited fight but ultimately fell short. Dallas’ Daniel Gafford left the game late with a shoulder injury, leaving the team without the size to contain Embiid in the closing moments. Despite the loss, Max Christie, making his debut for Dallas, impressed with 15 points and eight rebounds, showcasing his potential as a valuable addition to the roster.
Embiid’s return was a bright spot for the struggling Sixers, who had gone 5-10 during his absence. His performance, marked by confidence and mobility, offered hope for a team looking to climb the Eastern Conference standings. The Sixers now face a critical stretch as the trade deadline approaches, with the front office reportedly exploring moves to bolster the roster and improve financial flexibility.
The win, though narrow, was a significant step forward for Philadelphia, who will look to build momentum as they aim to salvage their season. Embiid’s health and consistency will be key to their success moving forward.

76ers' Joel Embiid records 29-point triple-double in return from 15-game absence as Philly tops Mavericks
Embiid, who had been out due to swelling in his knee, looked comfortable, confident and light on his feet
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Joel Embiid Jokingly Attributes Big Game to Fear of Being Traded
Sixers big man had a funny line after win over Mavericks.
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Mavericks vs. 76ers Recap: 3 things after Dallas fades against Philadelphia, fall 118-116
Dallas kept things interesting in Embiid’s return, but ultimately dropped the ball in the clutch
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How did Max Christie perform in his Dallas Mavericks debut?
One of the newest Mavericks had a strong first game for the Mavs.
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Player Grades: Recapping Mavericks vs. 76ers
Assigning grades for the Mavericks in their 118 – 116 loss to the 76ers
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Mavericks vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Expect the Philadelphia 76ers to cover the spread at home against a Dallas mavericks team adjusting to life without Luka Doncic.
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Mavericks trade guard Grimes to 76ers for Martin
The Dallas Mavericks traded guard Quentin Grimes to the Philadelphia 76ers for forward Caleb Martin, it was announced on Tuesday.
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Caleb Martin trade grades: Mavericks make first post-Luka Doncic move, but 76ers get slightly better marks
Dallas has overhauled its roster in recent days
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Sources: KJ Martin scratched from Sixers-Mavs with trade pending - PHLY Sports
Sixers forward KJ Martin was scratched from their game against the Mavericks ahead of an expected trade in the next 36 hours, PHLY learned on Tuesday.
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