It was a thrilling finish between the Sixers and Hawks that was unfortunately marred by controversy on a potential missed backcourt violation.

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey might not be suiting up for the Sixers on Sunday in their road game against the Hawks.

ATLANTA -- The Philadelphia 76ers saw a breakthrough for star big man Joel Embiid in Sunday's 120-117 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Normally, the big fella will have two days off before playing in his next contest, and he was listed as questionable against the Hawks, but Embiid was able to give it a go.

The Atlanta Hawks may be struggling overall, but they have dominated the Philadelphia 76ers. They hope that trend continues when the two clubs meet Sunday in Atlanta.

The Hawks would love to forget Friday's embarrassing loss to the Detroit Pistons. After an entertaining first quarter, Atlanta was dominated over the final thr

The Philadelphia 76ers (14-10) look for their fifth win in six games on Sunday night when they visit the Atlanta Hawks (14-12), who are 1-4 since a double-overtime win at Philadelphia on Nov. 30.

Dyson Daniels had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Onyeka Okongwu added 20 points and 15 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks held off the Philadelphia 76ers 120-117 on Sunday night.