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The Philadelphia 76ers dominated the Sacramento Kings 139–118 on March 19 at Golden 1 Center, with Victor Edgecombe and Jalen Edwards combining for 70 points to power the road victory. Philadelphia's offensive efficiency proved decisive, shooting 50 percent from the field and draining 17 three-pointers while committing just 9 turnovers against Sacramento's 13 miscues. The 76ers controlled the tempo early, outscoring the Kings 45–33 in the opening quarter, then pulled away decisively in the third frame with 36 points to extend their lead beyond reach. Sacramento's Malik Raynaud led the home team with 30 points, and Darius Plowden added 20, but the Kings' 48.3 percent shooting and 12 made threes proved insufficient against Philadelphia's balanced attack, which generated 32 assists on 49 rebounds. The final margin of 21 points easily exceeded the Vegas total of 228.5, as the 76ers' defensive rating of 117.1 stifled Sacramento's offensive rhythm throughout. Philadelphia's efficient road performance keeps them firmly in playoff positioning.
