Embiid Posts Triple-Double with LeBron Out to Keep 76ers Perfect in 127-116 Win over Bucks
Joel Embiid recorded a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists while LeBron James sat out with back pain management.
- On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Philadelphia 76ers improved to 3-0 by defeating the Milwaukee Bucks 127-116. Center Joel Embiid recorded a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists.
- LeBron James' absence due to back pain forced the Sixers to integrate Dean Wade into the starting lineup for his team debut. Wade provided defensive versatility while scoring seven points.
- Jaylen Brown celebrated his 30th birthday by scoring 27 points, while Tyrese Maxey added 26 and VJ Edgecombe contributed 17. The team's three-point shooting improved after back-to-back games below 30 percent.
- The Milwaukee Bucks dropped to 0-3 following the loss, with Jamie Jacquez Jr. leading their effort with 21 points. The Bucks host Indiana on Monday; the Sixers host Detroit on Sunday.
- Playing with serious NBA championship aspirations, the Sixers demonstrated depth by redistributing touches among teammates. This win highlighted the team's ability to maintain offensive success even without James available.
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NBA: Joel Embiid posts triple-double, 76ers handle Bucks
Joel Embiid recorded his 10th career triple-double and Jaylen Brown scored 27 points on his 30th birthday to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 127-116 home win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday.
Joel Embiid records triple-double in Sixers’ double-digit victory over Milwaukee Bucks
On a night when LeBron James sat out due to injury management, Embiid picked up the baton to record his 11th career triple-double and keep the Sixers' early-season win streak alive.
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Joel Embiid posts triple-double, 76ers handle Bucks
Joel Embiid recorded his 10th career triple-double and Jaylen Brown scored 27 points on his 30th birthday to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 127-116 home win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday.Embiid finished with 28 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assis...
Joel Embiid posts triple-double with LeBron James out to keep 76ers perfect in win over Bucks
Joel Embiid had a triple-double with LeBron James out, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points on his 30th birthday and the Philadelphia 76ers remained undefeated with a 127-116 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night.
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