The Philadelphia 76ers achieved a dramatic 99-98 victory against the shorthanded Golden State Warriors on December 4, 2025, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey delivered crucial plays in the final moments, leading their team to a hard-fought win.
With just 8.2 seconds remaining and the 76ers trailing by one point, Edgecombe made a pivotal steal. He quickly converted the opportunity, scoring a tip-in off Maxey’s missed jumper to put Philadelphia ahead. In the closing seconds, Maxey further solidified the win by blocking a layup attempt from Golden State’s De’Anthony Melton.
Reflecting on Edgecombe’s performance, Maxey stated, “We know he can score, we know he can pass, but he does things that don’t show up in the box score all the time. He made a hell of a play. For him to be able to go out there and track the ball, and tip it in like that? That was a great play.”
Key Contributions and Performance Insights
Despite not being on the court during the final plays, Joel Embiid made significant contributions throughout the game, finishing with 12 points, six rebounds, and three assists on 5-for-13 shooting. He had to abide by a 25-minute playing restriction but expressed his determination to regain full fitness.
“I just think after last game I sat too long, and I think that’s happened in the past, earlier in the season, sitting too long and coming back in the fourth,” Embiid explained, as reported by Tim Bontemps of ESPN. He noted the importance of maintaining a rhythm, stating, “Until I’m able to bump that up or they’ll allow me to play more, I think I just got to not sit too long… that’s also the best way to get in a rhythm.”
The 76ers showcased resilience against a Warriors team missing key players, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure. This victory marks another important step as Philadelphia looks to solidify its position in the league standings.
As the season progresses, the 76ers will aim to build on this momentum, with players like Edgecombe and Maxey stepping into pivotal roles. The performance against the Warriors illustrates their potential to thrive in clutch situations, a quality that will be vital as they face tougher competition ahead.
