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Sixers Edge Hornets in Home Opener, Grimes’ Late 3 Seals the Deal
PHILADELPHIA – Quentin Grimes hit a clutch three-pointer with just 14 seconds remaining to break a tie score and finished with 24 points, helping the Philadelphia 76ers secure a 125-121 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in their home opener on Saturday night. Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 28 points, while Joel Embiid, still on a minutes restriction following knee surgery, contributed 20 points and a surprisingly low two rebounds.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe continued to impress, adding 15 points after his stellar 34-point debut against Boston, the third-highest score for a player in their first NBA game.
The Hornets, who led by as many as 10 points, saw their lead evaporate despite Embiid being sidelined in the fourth quarter due to his minutes limit. LaMelo Ball paced Charlotte with 27 points, while Collin Sexton chipped in with 21.
Charlotte suffered a blow in the first half when Brandon Miller exited the game with left shoulder soreness. He appeared to injure his shoulder in the second quarter and immediately headed to the locker room. He managed four points in nine minutes on the court.
Embiid, the reigning NBA MVP, is working his way back to full form after missing a significant portion of last season due to various injuries. Despite his restricted playing time, he showed flashes of brilliance, particularly in the first half where he scored 16 points, including three three-pointers, demonstrating his importance to the Sixers’ success.
The Hornets look to bounce back quickly as they face the Washington Wizards on Sunday.
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