It seemed like the Sixers were running out of energy and would lose their first game of the season.
However, Adem Bona made a significant impact, changing the course of the game. The Sixers were facing a Washington Wizards team with a high field goal percentage, led by Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George.
Joel Embiid led the Sixers with 25 points, but he had reached his minutes restriction and was done for the night with seven minutes left in the game, leaving the team trailing by nine.
Adem Bona refused to let the Sixers lose their first game of the season.
The Sixers were playing on the second night of a back-to-back and looked exhausted.
Author's summary: Adem Bona saves the Sixers.