Joel Embiid got off to a frustrating start this season, as he dealt with a knee injury and a bout with COVID-19 that forced him to the sidelines for 10 of the Philadelphia 76ers’ first 20 games. But when he has been on the court this season, Embiid has been terrific, especially over the last few weeks.
On Monday night, Embiid kept things going. He took over yet another game, going for 31 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the Sixers’ comfortable 111-91 victory against the lowly Houston Rockets. Thanks to Embiid, the Sixers extended their winning streak to a season-long seven games, and improved to 23-16. They’re now up to fifth place in the Eastern Conference, and are within striking distance of the first-place Bulls.
But back to Embiid. He’s scored 30-plus points in all seven games of this hot streak, which is not only a personal best, but has put him on an exclusive list with Wilt Chamberlain and…
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