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The James Harden era starts with a bang in a win vs. Timberwolves

This James Harden guy might be pretty good.

The former MVP was extraordinary in his debut leading the Sixers to a 133-102 drubbing of the Timberwolves at Target Center Friday night. The victory improves the Sixers to 36-23 on the season. They’ll be at Madison Square Garden Sunday for a matinee matchup with the Knicks.

The Sixers had a clean injury report for the first time this season. The Timberwolves were missing reserve guard Malik Beasley (non-COVID illness).

Here are a few observations from a fun-filled evening.

First quarter

  • On the first pick-and-roll action between Joel Embiid and James Harden, Embiid rolled to the basket.