The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the host Los Angeles Lakers, 113-112, at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.

There were 18 ties and 23 lead changes in this close-fought battle, with neither team leading by more than eight points. Neither club led by more than four points in the fourth quarter either, but Philly was able to prevail thanks to a 29-25 third quarter. The Sixers shot 12-of-34 from three-point range and 15-of-19 from the free-throw line, while the Lakers connected on 6-of-20 from long range and 10-of-13 from the charity stripe. Philadelphia also out-rebounded Los Angeles, 46-42.

The Sixers (27-16) were led by Joel Embiid, finishing with 35 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. James Harden had 24 points, seven rebounds and 13 assists. Tobias Harris generated 15 points, five rebounds, three assists and three blocks, while Tyrese Maxey led the bench with 16 points and five boards. Georges Niang and Shake Milton scored eight points apiece as well.

The Lakers (19-24) were led by LeBron James, collecting 35 points, eight rebounds and 10 assists. Russell Westbrook led the bench with 20 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists. Troy Brown Jr totaled 13 points and four boards, while Thomas Bryant tallied 10 points and three rebounds. Wenyen Gabriel also had 14 points and two blocks.

Los Angeles has to play the second half of a back-to-back set on Monday, staying home to face the Houston Rockets. As for Philly, they play the other LA team on the road on Tuesday for their next outing.