The Spurs were expected to win this game easily, but it took a monster second half to do so. In fact, San Antonio outscored Philadelphia, 54 - 33, in the second half. Defense was key for the Spurs, as they held the Sixers to 34 percent shooting and forced them to commit 23 turnovers. Ersan Ilyasova carried the load in the absence of Joel Embiid, as he tallied 25 points, 10 rebounds and four steals. Dario Saric was the only other Sixer in double figures, as he totaled 14 points and nine rebounds, despite committing seven turnovers. Kawhi Leonard led the Spurs in scoring, as he accumulated 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks. Dewayne Dedmon started for LaMarcus Aldridge and amassed 13 points and 10 rebounds. The Spurs bench was huge, as they combined for 45 points and 26 rebounds.
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