As It Happened - June 8, 2021
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Sixers-Hawks Game 2 recap: Joel Embiid did something Wilt Chamberlain never did
The Sixers got out to an early lead in the first quarter, but relinquished most of their advantage by halftime.
Shake Milton shoots over Atlanta's Danilo Gallinari on Tuesday night.
What you should know
The Sixers defeated the Hawks in Game 2 to even their playoff series at 1-1.
A spark from Shake Milton woke up the Sixers’ bench after the team had squandered a big lead.
Hawks star Trae Young had a frustrating night with Ben Simmons guarding him more.
Nikola Jokić might be the NBA’s MVP, but an injured Joel Embiid is looking like the best player in the sport, writes columnist David Murphy.
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