In this Locked on 76ers podcast, Keith Pompey talks about Joel Embiid needing to play in nine of the Sixers' final 11 games for his stats to qualify in the NBA rankings. But Pompey also says it's obvious that Embiid needs to rest a few games. Pompey also talks about the Atlanta Hawks and their injuries.
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Weighing games played vs. rest for Sixers' Joel Embiid

Locked on 76ers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Philadelphia 76ers and all around the NBA. Hosts Keith Pompey (of the Philadelphia Enquirer), and John Mitchell have covered the Sixers for years on the beat and now daily on air to provide their insider info. Locked on 76ers will take you beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories from within the Sixers locker room and all over the NBA. Locked On 76ers podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Somehow someway the Philadelphia 76ers came back to beat the Miami Heat 105-104 in the first play-in game in the Eastern Conference. The Sixers were able to overcome a first half where they committed 12 turnovers and hit just 3 threes on 18 attempts. 

Segment 1: THREE BIG THINGS: 1) I don't believe what I just saw the Sixers team in the first half somehow pulled out a victory in the second-half! 2) Nico Batum save to the Sixers from having to play a 2nd Play-In game. 3) Finally hitting outside shots. Sixers were 3-18 from three early in the 3rd quarter, but bounced back to hit 9-of-15 down the stretch. 

Segment 2: Nico is the shining example of why depth is so crucial for this Sixers team. 

Segment 3: Oubre clutch again down the stretch hitting shots and Free Throws.

Weighing games played vs. rest for Sixers' Joel Embiid

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