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76ers Thrive with Full Roster, Defeat Wizards 131-110

1/8/2026

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Summary

76ers Triumph Over Wizards

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Washington Wizards 131-110 on January 7, 2026, improving to a 20-15 record.
Joel Embiid scored 28 points, while Paul George and Tyrese Maxey added 23 and 22.
It was the Sixers' first full-roster game, with Oubre and Watford returning, and they built an early lead.
The Wizards dropped to 10-26, struggled defensively, and played without several key players amid trade rumors about Trae Young.

Summary

76ers Face Magic

The Philadelphia 76ers will begin a three-game road trip, which starts Friday, with a game against the Orlando Magic.
Earlier this season, the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic split their games in Philadelphia.
This trip follows the Sixers' recent victory over the Washington Wizards.
The upcoming game against the Orlando Magic will test the Sixers' momentum after their recent victory over the Washington Wizards.

History

Historical Context

The Philadelphia 76ers' 1983 NBA Championship marked their first title since 1967, following a dominant 65-17 season. Acquired MVP Moses Malone led the team through the playoffs, culminating in a four-game sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers, who had defeated them the previous year. This victory ended a 25-year championship drought for Philadelphia's major sports teams until the Phillies' 2008 World Series win.

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76ers Triumph Over Wizards

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Washington Wizards 131-110 on January 7, 2026, improving to a 20-15 record.
Joel Embiid scored 28 points, while Paul George and Tyrese Maxey added 23 and 22.
It was the Sixers' first full-roster game, with Oubre and Watford returning, and they built an early lead.
The Wizards dropped to 10-26, struggled defensively, and played without several key players amid trade rumors about Trae Young.

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