Clippers Ride on Norman Powell’s Stellar Scoring Run, Overcome 76ers

Norman Powell continued his scoring rampage with a 26-point performance, marking his seventh consecutive game with at least 20 points, as the Los Angeles Clippers triumphed over the Philadelphia 76ers in a 110-98 victory on Wednesday night. Paul George’s eagerly anticipated return to face his previous team saw him contribute 18 points with a 7 of 9 shooting record, along with seven rebounds, in a 24-minute stint for the Sixers.

George’s Return and Harden’s Contribution

George’s return, hampered by a left knee injury, is being cautiously managed with a minutes restriction. This marked his second game of the season. James Harden, another key player for the Clippers, chipped in with 18 points, four rebounds, and dished out six assists.

76ers’ Performance: Oubre Jr. and Martin Stand Out

For the 76ers, Kelly Oubre Jr. matched Harden’s contribution with 18 points, while Caleb Martin and Andre Drummond added 14 points and 10 rebounds respectively. The 76ers felt the absence of Joel Embiid, who is currently serving a three-game suspension for a confrontation with a Philly sports columnist. Despite the setback, Embiid is set to return to action on Tuesday, although he is yet to make his season debut due to an ongoing knee injury.

Fourth Quarter Dominance by Clippers

The Clippers seized control in the final quarter, stretching their lead to a comfortable 94-72 following a 3-pointer from Amir Coffey, assisted by Powell.

Key Takeaways

The 76ers’ slump continued, dropping their record to a concerning 1-6, with their sole victory coming in overtime against Indiana. The Clippers, conversely, have managed to balance their record at 4-4, while star player Kawhi Leonard remains sidelined due to inflammation in his surgically repaired right knee.

Game’s Pivotal Moment

A significant moment from the game was when 76ers’ starting guard Tyrese Maxey had to exit the game due to right hamstring soreness. He managed to score 12 points, becoming one of four Sixers to reach double figures.

Key Stat

Powell’s hot hand was evident as he drained five of the Clippers’ 10 3-pointers, the highest tally by any player in the game.

Upcoming Games

The 76ers are set to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, while the Clippers will challenge Sacramento the same day.