Historic night for Joel Embiid

The San Antonio Spurs lost 133-123 to the 76ers on Monday night, and it was all thanks to one man, namely Joel Embiid, who delivered a historic performance with 70 points. Embiid ended the night with 70 points, 18 rebounds, and 5 assists, setting a new career high for himself. In addition, he also broke the 76ers franchise record with 70 points and, finally, he joins a select group of 9 players in history who have achieved such an impressive point total in a single game.

He is the first player in history to score 70 points in just 39 minutes.

Players to reach 70+ points in a game: 
◉  Wilt Chamberlain (100)
◉  Kobe Bryant (81)
◉  David Thompson (73)
◉  Damian Lillard, Donovan Mitchell, David Robinson, Elgin Baylor (71)
◉  Joel Embiid, Devin Booker (70)

Embiid is now the player with the most points per game this season, further emphasizing his qualities and status as one of the league's best players.

Embiid season stats 2023/24: 
◉ 35 PTS
◉ 11.4 REB
◉ 5.9 AST 
◉ 53.6 FG %

Philadelphia is now on a winning streak of 6 games, and it wouldn't be surprising if the Pacers have an extra focus on Embiid when they face the 76ers on Friday.