Quentin Grimes scores 28 as the 76ers hold off Nets

76ers win 104-97 despite late Nets comeback

Mar. 14, 2026 at 10:24pm

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Quentin Grimes scored a season-high 28 points and the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers held on for a 104-97 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday. The 76ers led by as many as 28 points but the Nets rallied in the second half before the 76ers regained the lead late.

Why it matters

The 76ers were missing several key players due to injury, making Grimes' performance and the team's ability to hold off the Nets' comeback all the more impressive. This win keeps the 76ers in the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference.

The details

Quentin Grimes shot 10-for-22 and had 8 rebounds for the 76ers, who were missing Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. Justin Edwards scored 19 points and had 3 steals. The Nets, playing without leading scorer Michael Porter Jr., were led by Danny Wolf's 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Josh Minott's 14 points. The 76ers led 53-31 at halftime but the Nets rallied in the second half, taking the lead in the fourth quarter before Adem Bona's free throw gave the 76ers the lead for good with 3:02 left.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

The players

Quentin Grimes

A 76ers player who scored a season-high 28 points in the game.

Justin Edwards

A 76ers player who scored 19 points and had 3 steals.

Danny Wolf

A Nets player who scored 15 points and had 10 rebounds.

Josh Minott

A Nets player who scored 14 points.

Michael Porter Jr.

The Nets' leading scorer who missed the game due to an ankle injury.

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What’s next

The 76ers will host the Trail Blazers on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Despite missing several key players, the 76ers were able to secure an important win over the Nets, keeping them in the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference. Quentin Grimes' standout performance was a bright spot for the 76ers in this game.