Sixers, Tyrese Maxey and Atlanta Hawks
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The Philadelphia 76ers begin their 2-game road trip with a loss as they can't solve the Atlanta Hawks.
The Sixers acquitted themselves better than in some recent losses, but still fell to the Hawks on the road, 125-116.
Philadelphia is trying to hold onto the No. 6 spot in the East, so even beating a team not trying to win means something.
The season is suddenly in peril.
Jalen Johnson had 35 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists as the Atlanta Hawks completed a four-game season series sweep with a 125-116 victory over the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday.
The Sixers raised their game just before the clock struck midnight and pulled out a win Wednesday night over the lowly Jazz.
The Philadelphia 76ers reportedly explored a trade for Kawhi Leonard at the deadline, signaling how aggressively they were willing to salvage their season.