The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the host Toronto Raptors, 114-107, at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday evening.

The Raptors got out to a strong start at home and led 36-27, after one quarter. The 76ers picked up the pace in the second and managed to trim it to a three-point game by halftime. The visitors kept the momentum going in the third quarter and outscored the Raptors 35-20, to take a 12-point lead into the final frame. The Raptors kept up the fight in the fourth and cut it to a five-point deficit with six minutes to go, but the Sixers stayed in control and closed out their first win of the season.

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey tallied 34 points each to lead the way for the 76ers. Kelly Oubre added 18 points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals, off the bench. The Sixers shot 50 percent from the field, including 10-for-28 from long range.

Meanwhile, Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 24 points, eight rebounds, five assists and two blocks, in 37 minutes. Gary Trent followed up with 17 points, while Dennis Schroeder totaled 15 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and two steals. Rookie, Grady Dick also added 16 points on 5-for-8 shooting, off the bench. The Raptors shot 43.7 percent from the field, including 17-for-32 from deep.

The Raptors (1-2) will look to bounce back as they play post to the Trail Blazers on Monday - but first, the 76ers (1-1) play host to the Trail Blazers on Sunday.