Sixers outlast Hornets in overtime and end five-game losing streak as Jared McCain scores 27 points
However, the game almost ended with controversy. With the Sixers up 105-104, Jared McCain was set to step to the foul line with 16.3 seconds left in overtime after being fouled by the Hornets’ LaMelo Ball.
5 Sixers thoughts: An unlikely cast of heroes snaps five-game losing streak
Joel Embiid (suspension) and Tyrese Maxey (hamstring) were each sidelined for this game. The team's lone remaining star, Paul George, made only six of his 18 shot attempts and was unavailable in overtime due to a minutes restriction. The Sixers' remaining starters scored a combined 34 points while shooting just 11-of-26 from the field.
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