Embiid Scores 41, 76ers Dominate Clippers in 120–110 Victory

Embiid Scores 41, 76ers Dominate Clippers in 120–110 Victory
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) dunks during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Los Angeles on Jan. 17, 2023. Ashley Landis/AP Photo
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LOS ANGELES—Joel Embiid scored 41 points and the Philadelphia 76ers recovered after blowing a 14-point, first-half lead to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 120–110 on Tuesday night, Jan. 17, for their third straight win.

Embiid had nine rebounds and made 15 of 18 free throws before leaving the game with 2:53 remaining. Philadelphia fans chanted “MVP! MVP!” as he raised both arms to encourage the cheers.