76ers Edge Kings in Thrilling 113-111 Victory
the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Sacramento Kings 113-111 on January 30, 2026, in a closely contested game decided in the final seconds. The 76ers improve to 26-21 on the season, while the Kings fall to 12-25.
Game Highlights
Domantas Sabonis recorded 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists in 28 minutes of play for the kings. However, the 76ers’ duo of Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey proved too much for Sacramento.
Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 37 points, 5 rebounds, and 8 assists, shooting 12-of-19 from the field, 1-of-2 from three-point range, and 10-of-13 from the free-throw line.
Tyrese Maxey was the game’s hero, scoring 40 points (8-of-9 from two-point range, 4-of-9 from three-point range, and 12-of-13 from the free-throw line) with 4 rebounds and 8 assists.
Dramatic finish
With 30 seconds remaining, Maxey converted free throws to tie the game. After a missed shot by DeMar DeRozan, the 76ers had 5 seconds for a final possession. Maxey drove to the basket, scored, and was fouled by Precious Achiuwa. He missed the ensuing free throw, preventing the Kings from having a chance to respond.
Team Statistics
76ers: Tyrese Maxey 40, Joel embiid 37, Paul George 15.
Kings: De’Aaron fox 27, DeMar DeRozan 25, zach LaVine 17.
Conference Standings
The Kings’ loss drops them to the bottom of the Western Conference standings. The 76ers currently hold the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 26-21 record.
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