The Sixers appeared to finally run out of energy, but Adem Bona happened.
It seemed like the Sixers would lose their first game of the season. They looked exhausted, playing on the second night of a back-to-back. The Washington Wizards, led by Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George, were nearly unstoppable with a 60% field goal percentage. The Sixers relied heavily on Joel Embiid, who scored 25 points but reached his minutes restriction with seven minutes left in the game, trailing by nine.
The team's situation looked bleak, but Adem Bona refused to let them lose.
Adem Bona happened
Author's summary: Adem Bona saved the Sixers from their first loss.