It got tight at the end of the game, but the Hawks are able to get a 128 - 124 win in Philadelphia to take a 1-0 series lead. The Hawks stun the 76ers and their crowd with a 42 point first quarter. The Sixers are able to get within 2 points with 10 seconds to go, but a couple of clutch free-throws from Bogdan put the game out of reach.
Trae Young continues his excellent play, putting up 35 points and 10 assists against the staunch 76er defense. He got help from JC (21 points on 7 of 9 shooting) and Bogdan (21 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assist). Red Velvet had a couple of incredible assists late - finding Bogi for a triple and a streaking John Collins for a clear path foul.
The 76ers got a fantastic night from their MVP candidate Joel Embiid. Though he was clearly hampered on his injured right knee, the big man put up 39 points and pulled down 9 boards.
Game 2 of this series is on Tuesday in Philly before it shifts to Atlanta.
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