Bradley Beal scored a career-high 60 points but the Philadelphia 76ers overcame the Washington Wizards in a high-scoring shootout Wednesday, 141-136.

Joel Embiid topped the Sixers scoring with 38 points, to go with 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks.

He also shot 11/20 from the floor. Seth Curry added 28 points including 6/7 from 3-point range.

Ben Simmons also chipped in 17 points and 12 assists.

Beal had a remarkable showing, shooting 20/35 overall from the floor and knocking down 7 triples.

He was supported by Russell Westbrook’s 20 points, 8 boards, and 12 dimes.

However, the Sixers were pretty much in control of the game, opening a double-digit cushion in the 2nd quarter.

The Sixers are now 7-1 in the season under head coach Doc Rivers, leading the Eastern Conference. The Wizards fell to 2-6.

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Levi Joshua Jr Verora

Levi Joshua Jr. Verora is a sportswriter, announcer, and commentator in the Philippines. He has covered national and international events like the FIBA Olympic and World Cup Qualifiers, AmeriCup, Asia Cup, and 3x3, Asian Volleyball Championship, ASEAN Basketball League, Southeast Asian Games, and AFF Championship. Nowadays, you'll hear his voice in the Philippines Football League and other local sports leagues.

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