Philadelphia 76ers: 3 takeaways from clutch Game 4 vs. Nets

In a heated Game 4, the Philadelphia 76ers took a commanding 3-1 lead of their first round series in the 2019 NBA Playoffs. Here are three takeaways from the win.

Trailing 2-1 in their first round series against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Brooklyn Nets played like a team that knew Game 4 was a must-win at home. They scrapped, they clawed, they trolled and they even led most of the way Saturday afternoon, but in the end, they were unable to even the series.

Despite a third quarter scuffle between Jared Dudley and Jimmy Butler that resulted in ejections for both players following a flagrant foul from Joel Embiid, the Sixers were able to keep their cool and ride their franchise player to a come-from-behind win.

After missing Game 3 with an ailing knee, The Process posted a staggering 31 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, six blocks and two steals to carry his team to the 112-108 victory. Tobias Harris chipped in 24 points, eight rebounds and six assists, while Ben Simmons supplied a 15-8-8 line.

After such a heated affair on the road, the 76ers head back to Philly with a chance to close out their first round series at home. Here’s a look at three takeaways from Game 4 and what they could mean for Game 5.