"A powerful confidence demonstrated in mid-air"

The Philadelphia 76ers capped Melbourne United in the opening game of the NBA preseason that finished 104-84.

Markel Fultz's 2017 no.1 draft pick immediately for Philadelphia after 14 points, 4 assists and 2 blocks.

Team center Joel Embiid contributed 20 points while 8 rebounds, 8 rebounds and 14 assists helped Ben Simmons to win the MU.

Foremost for Melbourne was Alex Pledger and Casper Ware who both had 19 points.

The Orlando Magic will play next weekend on Tuesday October 2, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.

-sniper89