This Sixers jumped out to an early lead against the Nets and never looked back. They'd go on to finish their road trip on a high note, winning by a final score of 123-94. For most of the season, Guerschon Yabusele has been a key contributor for the supporting cast.

The Sixers trailed 11-0 early, but they were able to respond rather quickly and led by as many as 31 on their way to the win. With that being said, the Sixers still have to grow the Paul George-Joel Embiid pairing in order for their trio to move forward.

Embiid scored a season-high 37 points on Monday in Portland, and the way he got those points was the most encouraging sign.

Joel Embiid totaled 28 points and 12 rebounds in three quarters as the Philadelphia 76ers overcame an extremely early 11-point deficit and rolled to a 123-94 victory over the short-handed Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night in New York.

Joel Embiid appeared to suffer the injury on Christmas Day, but has not missed any games because of it yet. Kelly Oubre Jr. (left hand sprain) is doubtful for Saturday's game as well.

The 7-foot-2 center, who battled injuries throughout his career, noted that it’s hard to not feel bad about yourself in those moments, but he's learned that talking to others about it has helped.

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia 76ers have a lot of work to do in order to reach their full potential as title contenders in the 2024-25 season. For the Sixers to reach that potential, they will need their stars to get on the floor and grow some chemistry.

Ziaire Williams had 19 points and Keon Johnson chipped in 15 for the short-handed Nets, who have lost 12 out of their last 16 games. The Nets were playing without starters Cam Thomas (left strained ankle),

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers handle their business with an easy win over the Brooklyn Nets on the road.

Here are the three biggest takeaways for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in a blowout win over the Brooklyn Nets.