March 15th - The 76ers defeated the Nets 104-97. Grimes contributed 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Edwards added 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. For the Nets, Wolf had 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Minott scored 14 points and grabbed 2 rebounds.

At the start of the game, the 76ers relied on consecutive scores from Edgecombe and Grimes, while Barlow and Edwards constantly attacked the paint, helping the team establish a double-digit lead early on. At the end of the first quarter, the 76ers led 29-16. In the second quarter, the 76ers extended their lead to over 20 points thanks to two three-pointers from Payne and consecutive scores from Grimes. At halftime, the 76ers led the Nets 53-31.

After switching sides, the Nets narrowed the gap with consecutive three-pointers from Williams and Klonny, but Grimes and Edwards scored in time. At the end of the third quarter, the 76ers still led by 21 points. In the final quarter, the Nets went on a 12-2 run to take the lead. In the crucial moments, Grimes and Echcomb stabilized the situation with free throws. Ultimately, the 76ers defeated the Nets 104-97 .

Nets player statistics

Wolf had 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 2 assists; Minott had 14 points and 2 rebounds; Salaf had 12 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists; Saint-Étienne had 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists; Liddell had 10 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists; Williams had 9 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist; Traore had 6 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists; Johnson had 6 points, 10 rebounds, and 1 assist.

76ers player stats

Grimes 28 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists; Edwards 19 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Edgecomb 16 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists; Barlow 10 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Watford 10 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Bona 9 points, 10 rebounds; Payne 6 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist; Beecham 3 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist

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