Philadelphia 76ers star big man Joel Embiid gives praise to budding rookie star VJ Edgecombe for his work on the floor.

Joel Embiid played three games in a five-day span for the first time all season to complete the Sixers' road trip. Can he and the team build on the momentum they have created?

While Embiid can be a prolific scorer, the Sixers best chances of winning comes from the involvement of their less heralded players. It's up to Embiid and Tyrese Maxey to get them opportunities.

In the Sixers and Knicks' first meeting of the season—which Embiid missed—Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey combined for 53 points on 21-of-42 shooting in a 116-107 Sixers victory. The Sixers held Brunson to only 22 points on 7-of-22 shooting, which was his fourth-worst game from an efficiency standpoint all season.

There was a whole lot for the Sixers to smile about as they took in their second victory in as many weeks at Madison Square Garden. They believe they are just getting started.

DALLAS -- Joel Embiid says he's beginning to feel like himself. He thinks the Sixers' 123-108 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday was the perfect example, as he made plays for his teammates.

Although Embiid has been rounding back into form as of late, this is the first year in which the Sixers no longer need him to carry them. He undeniably still raises their ceiling, but they have a solid floor either way due to the supporting cast around him.

Joel Embiid finally dunked for the first time this season, then celebrated in style as the 76ers beat the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

Joel Embiid sends strong message to NBA after Sixers-Mavs originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers kept the ball rolling against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.