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Philadelphia 76ers Dismantle New Zealand Breakers in a Dominant Display at Wells Fargo Center

In an impressive showcase of skill and teamwork, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a commanding victory over the New Zealand Breakers with a final score of 139-84. This win further solidifies the 76ers' strong start to the pre-season, demonstrating their readiness for the upcoming challenges. The game, held at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, was attended by nearly 20,000 fans who witnessed their team's prowess on both ends of the court.


PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 7: Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers warms up before the game against the New Zealand Breakers during a NBA Preseason Game on October 7, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Key Highlights from the Game


The Philadelphia 76ers led from start to finish, never giving the Breakers a chance to take control. With an overwhelming offensive performance that saw them scoring over 40 points in both the first and second quarters, they set a tone that persisted throughout the game. Their defense was equally formidable, limiting their opponents to under 20 points in three out of four quarters.


Several players stood out for their exceptional contributions. Jared McCain and Reggie Jackson each scored 15 points, showcasing their shooting accuracy and playmaking abilities. Andre Drummond made his presence felt inside with 11 points and seven rebounds while also contributing defensively with one block and one steal.


PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 7: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball during the game against the New Zealand Breakers during a NBA Preseason game on October 7, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

On top of individual performances, it was team effort that truly made a difference. The Philadelphia squad excelled in fast break situations, converting them into valuable points which contributed significantly to their lead expansion.


New Zealand Breakers' Efforts


Despite facing an uphill battle against a dominant opponent, New Zealand Breaker's efforts were noteworthy. They managed to secure nine steals and drew numerous fouls leading to free throw opportunities where they capitalized by shooting at an impressive rate of eighty percent from the line.


However, struggles from beyond the arc hampered any potential comeback efforts as they only converted four out of twenty-eight attempts from three-point range.


Looking Ahead


The Philadelphia 76ers are set to face off against Minnesota Timberwolves next on October 11th at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines at 7:00 PM EDT. Fans eager not to miss any action can catch this game live on NBCS-PH as both teams look forward to putting up another exciting performance.

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