The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves, 117-94, at Target Center on Tuesday night.

The 76ers (43-22) came in red hot on the offensive end, but they were only able to generate a moderate offensive output during a first quarter from which they emerged with a 27-24 deficit. However, Philadelphia turned it on at that point, outscoring the Timberwolves (34-33) by a 34-18 margin during the second quarter to take a 13-point lead into halftime. The visitors then added another six points to their advantage in the third, setting the stage for the blowout victory.

Joel Embiid led the 76ers with 39 points, adding seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal. Tyrese Maxey furnished 27 points, five assists, four boards, one steal and one block. De'Anthony Melton managed 11 points, seven rebounds and one assist. Tobias Harris posted a 10-point, 14-rebound double-double that included four assists, four steals and one block.

Anthony Edwards paced the Timberwolves with 32 points, complementing them with seven rebounds and one assist. Taurean Prince turned in 13 points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block. Naz Reid compiled 11 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal.

The 76ers return home to host the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night, while the Timberwolves remain home and host the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night as well.