Sixers Starters: Ben, JJ, Ennis, Tobias, Bolden
Mavs Starters: Brunson, Lee, Dirk(!), Jackson, Powell
WIth no Luka, Embiid, or Butler, the rosters were certainly lacking in their usual star power. Notable early plays included a vintage Dirk jumper and a JJ 4-point play. Ben came out aggressive as well, although he missed a couple decent looks at the rim. At 5:00 left in the quarter, leading 20-18, Brett made nearly a full line change, subbing in Boban, Scott, TJ, and Shake for Bolden, Ennis, Ben, and JJ. At the end of the quarter, the Sixers were up five, led by hot shooting from JJ (3-of-3 from 3), and Tobias and Ben getting to the rack (7-of-12 combined).