There’s been so much anticipation for the Philadelphia 76ers going into this season, what with Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons both healthy and ready to play, along with No. 1 pick Markelle Fultz and a retooled roster vying for a long-awaited return to the postseason.
The Sixers found themselves with a stiff test in their season opener against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night, going up against one of the East’s top teams. In a game that can serve as a measuring stick for Philly moving forward, Embiid and Simmons were showing Sixers fans early on why trusting the proverbial “Process” is already starting to pay dividends.
Philly’s hyper-versatile front-court put their full repertoire on display during one thrilling sequence in the first half when they proved they can get it done on both ends of the floor.
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The Sixers were trailing the Wizards heading into the fourth quarter, but it’s been clear throughout the game that Philadelphia is poised to be competitive against some of the East’s elite squads.
Simmons has 14 points and six rebounds, while Embiid has a solid double-double with 12 points and 10 boards. Robert Covington, however, is leading the way for his team with 21 points on 60 percent shooting from the field, including 5-of-8 from downtown.
Win or lose this particular game, it’s clear the Sixers and their fan base have plenty of reasons for optimism as long as everyone can stay healthy.
