The Sixers star Joel Embiid and Raptors head coach Nick Nurse exchanged a few words about the quality of refereeing near the end of Game 2 of the series.

Embiid had 31 points and 11 rebounds, along with 12-for-14 from the free throw line. was able to attempt more than the Raptors had, 12.

Philadelphia beat Toronto 112-97 and led the series 2-0 on Monday.

Nurse had spoken to the referees throughout the match and Embiid decided to say something to the opposing coach.

“He is a great coach,” Ebid told reporters. It’s certain he succeeded (great stuff).

“I always admired his work, but I respectfully told him to stop (complaining) about the referees’ decisions. »

The Nurse was polite after the game, with the media.

“He said, ‘I will continue to do all the free throws if you keep fouls,'” Ners said. I said, “Well, maybe that’s it.” »

“But (he is) a good player. I respect him a lot. He is excellent in the series. »

An NBA top scorer this season, Embiid had 19 points and 15 rebounds in his first game.

NBA Rookie of the Year finalist Scottie Barnes is doubtful for Wednesday’s game in Toronto with a sprained ankle.

Gary Trent is an uncertain case (a disease that is not COVID). He only played for 10 minutes on Monday, without scoring a point.

Border restrictions will prevent Matisse Thybulle from traveling with the Sixers to Canada, as he is not fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Known for his work in defense, Thybulle had five points and three blocks in Game 2.