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Quentin Grimes' Career-High 44 Points Ends 76ers' Nine-Game Losing Streak

The Philadelphia 76ers overcame the absence of Joel Embiid to defeat the Golden State Warriors 126-119, with Grimes leading the charge.

Mar 1, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) shoots past Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Mar 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (4) shoots as Memphis Grizzlies guard John Konchar (46) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
PHLY Sixers Podcast: Postgame: Quentin Grimes drops career-high 44 in win over Warriors; 76ers snap skid
Mar 1, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) is defended by Brooklyn Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe (20) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Quentin Grimes scored a career-high 44 points on 18-of-24 shooting, including six three-pointers, to propel the 76ers to victory.
  • The win snapped a nine-game losing streak for the 76ers, their longest since the 2015-16 season, and moved them closer to a potential Play-In Tournament spot.
  • Golden State, missing Jimmy Butler due to back spasms, struggled defensively and saw their five-game winning streak come to an end.
  • Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 29 points and 13 assists but could not overcome the 76ers’ balanced offensive performance and late-game execution.
  • Guerschon Yabusele and Kelly Oubre Jr. provided critical support for Philadelphia, combining for 38 points and key plays in the final minutes.