The 76ers handled the Nets in Game 1, earning a convincing 121-101 victory.
Even without a massive performance from MVP candidate Joel Embiid, Philadelphia had no problem taking care of business against Brooklyn.
James Harden was in complete control all game, finishing with 23 points and 13 assists. Tobias Harris chipped in 21 points while Tyrese Maxey added 13, making up the bulk of the Sixers' offense.
The Nets got 30 points from Mikal Bridges and 18 points from Cam Johnson but it wasn't nearly enough to keep up with Philadelphia.
The 76ers will look to defend home court and take a 2-0 lead, but will Embiid be available for Game 2? The Sporting News has the latest updates below.
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Is Joel Embiid playing tonight?
The 76ers have not submitted an injury report yet, but Embiid was not on the injury report for Game 1 and is expected to be available for Game 2.
Embiid played 33 minutes in Game 1, going for 26 points, five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal in the victory.
What time is 76ers vs. Nets?
- Date: Monday, April 17
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia
Game 2 between the 76ers and Nets will tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
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What channel is 76ers vs. Nets on?
- TV channel: TNT
- Live stream: Sling TV | TNT App
Game 2 of the first-round playoff series between the 76ers and Nets will be broadcast on TNT. Viewers can also live stream the game on Sling TV.
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76ers vs. Nets Odds
The 76ers are favored heavily at home in Game 2 according to Bet365.
76ers: -500
Nets: +375
The point spread is 10.0 and the total is 213.0 at the time of this writing. For the full market check out Bet 365.
76ers vs. Nets series schedule, TV channels
Game 2 of the seven-game series between the 76ers and Nets will take place on Monday, April 17. The series will shift to Brooklyn for Game 3 and return to Philadelphia for Game 5 if necessary.
Below is a full schedule for the 76ers vs. Nets playoff series.
| Date | Game | Location/Result | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| April 15 | Game 1 | 76ers 121, Nets 101 | — | — |
| April 17 | Game 2 | Wells Fargo Center | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| April 20 | Game 3 | Barclays Center | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| April 22 | Game 4 | Barclays Center | 1 p.m. | TNT |
| April 24 | Game 5* | Wells Fargo Center | TBD | TBD |
| April 27 | Game 6* | Barclays Center | TBD | TBD |
| April 29 | Game 7* | Wells Fargo Center | TBD | TNT |
*If necessary
