Sixers Snap Losing Streak, Topping Nets

Spencer Hawes had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jrue Holiday added 15 points and 11 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 106-97 on Monday night.

Hawes set a season high for points and also had seven assists while helping the Sixers snap a five-game losing streak. Thaddeus Young had 16 points and 10 rebounds.

Evan Turner also scored 16 points and Dorell Wright had 10. 76ers coach Doug Collins won his 100th game with the team.

Deron Williams had 27 points and 13 assists for the Nets, who had won three in a row.

The Sixers took control in the second quarter and never trailed in the second half.

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