76ers’ Mike Gansey says Joel Embiid is healthy, ‘extra motivated’ – ESPN

**Title: Joel Embiid’s Dominant Performance Leads 76ers to Thrilling Comeback Victory**

In a thrilling matchup that had the Wells Fargo Center on the edge of their seats, the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat the visiting New York Knicks 122-118. Joel Embiid, who had a night to remember, led the charge with a dominant 40-point performance, including 13 rebounds and 5 blocks.

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage. However, as the fourth quarter got underway, the Knicks seemed to seize control, building a 16-point lead with just over 6 minutes remaining. But the 76ers refused to give up, with Embiid and Tyrese Maxey leading the charge.

Embiid, who was playing despite a lingering knee injury, was unstoppable in the fourth quarter, scoring 15 of his 40 points in the final frame. Maxey chipped in with 14 points in the quarter, including a crucial three-pointer with just over 2 minutes remaining that cut the deficit to 2 points.

From there, the 76ers’ defense took over, holding the Knicks to just 2 points over the final 1:45 of the game. Tobias Harris sealed the win with a pair of free throws with just 10.2 seconds remaining, giving the 76ers their second win of the season over the Knicks.

The victory marked a much-needed boost for the 76ers, who are still searching for their first winning streak of the season. With Embiid leading the way, the 76ers will look to build on this momentum as they take on the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.