Key Takeaways
Sixers Survive Hornets in Final Quarter to Avert Six Consecutive Losses The Philadelphia 76ers played hard against the Charlotte Hornets in their game on Saturday at Spectrum Center, as they were able to beat the home team with a score of 109-104 despite being behind by a lot. The Sixers had to face an inspired Charlotte team that dominated a great part of the game.
Charlotte started the game assertively, outscoring Philadelphia 37 27 in the first quarter. The 76ers answered with a stronger second quarter, putting up 30 points and holding the Hornets to 17. After halftime, momentum shifted between the teams, with Charlotte regaining the lead by taking the third quarter 29 20 and entering the final period ahead 83 77.
Philadelphia's attack came alive in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Hornets 32 21 to complete the comeback and secure the victory. The 76ers had 50 points in the paint and had just eight turnovers unlike 18 for the Hornets. Philadelphia scored 23 points off Charlotte turnovers to show how much the team thrives when it takes care of the ball.
The 109 104 score was another good road win for the Sixers, who carried on their early season success. Charlotte showed offensive firepower in its solid first and third quarters, but was unable to secure the victory down the stretch. The 76ers showed their trademark ability to win late when the outcome was far from certain entering the final minutes.
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