The Philadelphia 76ers suffered a tough loss on Monday night after blowing a 19-point lead to the Miami Heat. After a hot start, Philly held a 46-27 lead in the second quarter. By the end of the third quarter Miami held an 88-72 lead, capping off a ridiculous 61-26 scoring run.
Heat star Jimmy Butler made his return tonight after missing the last four games and hit the ground running, finishing with 30 points, ten rebounds and five assists.
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Philadelphia star Joel Embiid continue to struggle on the court Monday, failing to even attempt a free throw as he finished with just 11 points and eight rebounds. Sixers rookie Jared McCain continued his hot streak with 20 points, but it wasn’t enough as they move to 2-11 on the season.
Embiid was listed as doubtful to play in Monday’s game with an illness, which may explain his performance. But he has struggled all season after returning from injury. The Sixers have time to figure it out, but we’re yet to find out just how much time they’ll need.
James Parker is an NBA writer for Ball Exclusives, follow him on X @TheJames_Parker
