Overview
- Joel Embiid was ruled out against Oklahoma City due to a right ankle sprain and right-knee injury management, according to coach Nick Nurse.
- Chet Holmgren led the Thunder with 29 points and nine rebounds, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 27 in the win.
- Oklahoma City seized control after halftime, outscoring Philadelphia 38-24 in the third quarter to break open the game.
- The 76ers committed 23 turnovers that fueled 31 Thunder points, undermining a strong first half.
- Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points to pace Philadelphia, which continues its five-game road trip with a visit to Memphis next.