Joel Embiid posts explosive double-double in Saturday's win over Pelicans
by Chris Schommer | 76ers Correspondent | Sun, Feb 1st 6:36pm EST
Joel Embiid posted a double-double for the 76ers Saturday night, grabbing 11 rebounds and exploding for 40 points (13-27 FG, 3-5 3PT, 11-14 FT) while also dishing out four assists, recording one steal, and blocking two shots in a 124-114 win over the Pelicans.
Fantasy Impact:
Embiid continues a dynamic stretch on both ends of the floor, dishing out four or more assists, grabbing five or more rebounds, and scoring 29 or more points in each of his last five games. The 31-year-old has rewarded fantasy managers with elite-level output as part of a talented Philadelphia starting five, averaging 25.7 points and 7.4 rebounds per game while carrying a usage rate of 33.9% so far this season.
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