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  • Sixers’ Joel Embiid, Paul George still out vs Celtics


    It’s important to remember in Sixers land that “day-to-day” means at least a week.

    The Sixers submitted their injury report for their first matchup in February against the Boston Celtics and not much has changed. Joel Embiid will miss his 15th straight game and Paul George will miss his fourth.

    This will mean George will miss at least a week with this finger injury he suffered in Chicago. Despite that, Nick Nurse said he still considers PG “day-to-day.” In his most recent pregame media availability, Nurse indicated that the team’s next practice would give him a good indication of where both guys were at. The team didn’t hold one on Saturday though, just an optional shootaround.

    Every time Nurse has been asked about George, he’s implied the team is still trying to figure out how they’ll protect the finger when he’s out there, whether that’s tape, a cast or a splint. It would appear they are still trying to figure that out.

    If you can believe it, Embiid’s situation might be even stranger. It was pretty quiet for about a week on his front after the team announced he was once again dealing with swelling in his left knee.

    Before their wins against the Lakers and Kings though, he went through a couple of intense pregame warmups, one of which was in full uniform.

    Trying to parse through all this information to figure out when these two will play again feels like searching for Big Foot at this point.

    There was some good news on the injury report as the team could potentially get some reserves back. Caleb Martin and Andre Drummond have both been upgraded to questionable. Both have missed substantial time in January due to lingering ailments.

    KJ Martin remains out with a stress reaction in his left foot, and Jeff Dowtin Jr. and Pete Nance will be out on G-League assignments.





    The Philadelphia 76ers will be without star center Joel Embiid and forward Paul George for their upcoming matchup against the Boston Celtics. Both players are still recovering from injuries and will not be available to play in the game.

    Embiid, who has been dealing with a knee injury, has missed the last several games and is still listed as day-to-day. George, who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, is also not quite ready to return to action.

    The absence of these two key players will certainly be felt by the Sixers, as they look to secure a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. However, the team will need to rely on their depth and other players to step up in their absence.

    The Celtics, on the other hand, will look to take advantage of the Sixers’ missing stars and secure a crucial win in the competitive Eastern Conference standings.

    It will be interesting to see how both teams adjust to the absence of Embiid and George and how the game unfolds without their star players on the court.

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  • Sixers Bell Ringer: Virtuoso performance from Tyrese Maxey, career night from Guerschon Yabusele not enough in loss to Nuggets


    Sixers Bell Ringer Season Standings:
    Tyrese Maxey – 11
    Jared McCain – 8
    Joel Embiid – 7
    Paul George – 7
    Guerschon Yabusele – 4
    Kelly Oubre Jr – 2
    Ricky Council IV – 2
    KJ Martin – 2
    Justin Edwards – 2
    Adem Bona – 1

    The Sixers, riding the high of a four-game win streak, welcomed the team from the mile-high city to town for a Friday night tilt with Denver Nuggets and reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic.

    The Sixers were once again without the services of Joel Embiid, Paul George, Caleb Martin, Jared McCain, KJ Martin and Andre Drummond. The Nuggets were looking to get back in the win column after their first three-game losing skid of the season.

    The Sixers had a familiar face ring the bell for tonight’s game.

    The first quarter of this one was a thrilling back and forth affair. The Nuggets got out to an early eight-point lead, but the Sixers quickly surged back to take the lead behind a 13-4 run courtesy of five points apiece from Guerschon Yabusele and Tyrese Maxey that was capped off by a Justin Edwards three. Maxey put in 13 first-quarter points to go along with eight from Yabusele to lead the Sixers. A buzzer-beater heave from Julian Strawther would give the Nuggets a 38-36 advantage after one despite the Sixers hitting 8-of-12 from beyond the three-point arc.

    The second quarter was a lot of the same and would continue the high-octane contest. The Nuggets’ bench would continue to be a thorn in the Sixers’ side as Christian Braun and Julian Strawther would combine for 23 first-half points. Nikola Jokic did Nikola Jokic things and would head to the half with 13 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds. The Sixers were able to stay attached throughout the second quarter due in large part to Yabusele who would add 10 more points to his first quarter total for a grand total of 18 at intermission. Kelly Oubre had a big quarter to go alongside Yabusele to carry the Sixers offense with 18 points of his own.

    The undermanned Sixers, like they have often this season, struggled defensively to match up with the Nuggets personnel and surrendered 73 first half points. The Sixers trailed 73-69 at the half.

    The offensive explosion continued in the third quarter. The Sixers were carried by 16 third-quarter points from Maxey who continued to wow with his elite shot-making and touch. Yabusele continued to cook in his matchup vs. Jokic as he put in another 10 points in the quarter to give him a total of 28 and a new career high. The Sixers struggled to contain Jamal Murray who began to heat up throughout the period to lead the Nuggets with 27 points after three. A Ricky Council IV buzzer-beater three over Jokic pulled the Sixers within three at the close of the quarter. The Sixers trailed 103-100.

    Despite a herculean performance from Maxey and a career night from Yabusele the Sixers couldn’t get enough stops on Jokic down the stretch to pull out a victory. The Nuggets would snap their three-game losing streak with a 137-134 victory.

    Time for the Bell Ringer.

    Tyrese Maxey: 42 points, 9 assists, 15-of-26 from the field, 6-of-11 from three

    Denver Nuggets v Philadelphia 76ers

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    In a month of monster performances from Maxey this one may have been his best. From start to finish Maxey was in attack mode. The early season shooting and finishing struggles are far in the rearview now for Maxey. Whether it was getting to his patented step back three, showcasing fantastic touch and skill in the midrange with short jumpers and floaters, or blowing by defenders in a blur to the rim for a high array of difficult finishes, Maxey seemingly got whatever he wanted.

    Coming off being one of the most egregious All-Star snubs in recent memory Maxey continued to show regardless of what the fans, media, or coaches vote he is indeed an All-Star caliber player and one of the best scorers in this league. In a season that’s been filled with drama and adversity the Sixers’ 24-year-old guard continues to be a shining light and bring hope to a franchise that desperately needs it. Maxey would finish the game with 42 points — 12 of Maxey’s points came in the fourth quarter as himself and Jokic traded baskets down the stretch. The Sixers will surely regret Maxey not getting a touch on either of the team’s final two possessions.

    Guerschon Yabusele: 28 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steals, 12-of-17 from the field, 4-of-7 from three

    Denver Nuggets v Philadelphia 76ers

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    Yabusele continues to show the Sixers that he is someone that they should not be looking to trade and rather somebody that they should be maneuvering in order to keep around long term. Yabusele, one of the best stories in all of basketball this year with his return to the NBA, poured in hyper-efficient career-high 28 points. Yabusele often defended by Nikola Jokic in this one made Jokic pay for his reluctance to leave the paint defensively and when he did Yabusele punished him with drives to the hoop for finishes at the rim. Yabusele, like he often has this season, got the Wells Fargo Center on its feet throughout with plays above the rim, throwing down thunderous dunks. Yabusele also continued to be the glue guy that he’s been all season by digging out loose balls, fighting on the offensive glass, playing with max effort defensively, and doing whatever it takes to try and help this Sixers team win.

    Two great performances to pick from tonight. Let us know who you got.

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    The Philadelphia 76ers faced off against the Denver Nuggets in a thrilling matchup last night, but ultimately fell short in a close game. Despite the loss, there were some standout performances from individual players on the Sixers’ side.

    The Sixers’ bell ringer for the night was rookie guard Tyrese Maxey, who put on a virtuoso performance with a career-high 31 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists. Maxey showcased his scoring ability and playmaking skills, proving to be a bright spot for the team in the absence of key players.

    Additionally, Guerschon Yabusele had a career night off the bench, contributing 20 points and 8 rebounds in a solid showing. Yabusele’s energy and scoring punch provided a much-needed spark for the Sixers, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win against a tough Nuggets team.

    Despite the strong individual performances, the Sixers couldn’t overcome the Nuggets’ balanced attack and fell short in a closely contested game. However, the resilience and effort shown by Maxey, Yabusele, and the rest of the team is a positive sign moving forward.

    The Sixers will look to bounce back from this loss and continue to build chemistry and cohesion as they push towards the playoffs. With players like Maxey and Yabusele stepping up in key moments, the future looks bright for Philadelphia as they aim to make a deep postseason run.

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  • 3 observations after Sixers fall just short in high-scoring battle vs. Nuggets – NBC Sports Philadelphia


    The Sixers fell a hair shy of pulling off a fifth consecutive win Friday night.

    They lost a high-scoring battle to the Nuggets, dropping a 137-134 game at Wells Fargo Center.

    The Sixers are now 19-28 overall. Denver is 29-19.

    Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with a 42-point, nine-assist performance.

    Guerschon Yabusele scored an NBA career-high 28 points on 12-for-17 shooting and Kelly Oubre Jr. put up 27 points.

    Nikola Jokic posted 28 points, 13 assists and nine rebounds. Jamal Murray recorded 31 points and 11 assists.

    The Sixers still had six players out, including Joel Embiid (left knee injury management) and Paul George (left pinkie finger extensor tendor injury).

    Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said pregame that George is “day-to-day.” He said the Sixers plan for Embiid to practice Saturday and expect to have a better sense of his status after that. 

    The Sixers will play the Celtics on Sunday night in Philadelphia. Here are observations on their defeat to the Nuggets:

    Jokic and Maxey feature in 1st quarter

    Maxey committed three turnovers Friday in under two minutes. Jokic fed Aaron Gordon for a dunk and Nurse called timeout with his team trailing 14-6. 

    The Sixers faced the same size-related challenges present in their blowout loss last Tuesday to Denver. The Nuggets scored the night’s first 12 points in the paint. 

    As he routinely does, Yabusele sparked a Sixers run. He hit a wing three-pointer, stole the ball from Russell Westbrook and steamed forward for a coast-to-coast slam. The Sixers soon had their first lead. 

    Maxey shrugged off his shaky start and found his groove as an isolation scorer late in a 13-point, four-assist first quarter. He passed Kyle Korver for third place on the Sixers’ all-time made three-pointers list.

    On the other end, Jokic appeared well on his way to a triple-double with nine points, six rebounds and six assists in the opening period. He casually diced up the Sixers’ defense and caused frequent problems with his transition ventures after defensive rebounds. 

    Script flips with second-unit scoring

    After the Sixers amassed 40-15 bench scoring edge in their win Wednesday over the Kings, the second-unit story was quite different Friday night. 

    Christian Braun and Julian Strawther combined to make five three-point shots in the first half. Denver scored the game’s first 19 bench points.

    The Sixers still managed to stay close in an offense-centric first half. Oubre led a bench-heavy lineup well. He drove and finished forcefully, drew free throws and barely sat. He wound up logging 22 minutes and 29 seconds before halftime. 

    Every Sixers starter made at least one three-pointer in the first half. Yabusele went 4 for 5 from long distance and Justin Edwards shot 3 for 4. 

    The points flowed freely on both sides. Unless they turned the ball over, the Nuggets appeared destined to create a high-quality shot. Denver held a 73-69 lead at intermission and shot an incredible 66.7 percent from the floor over the first two quarters. 

    Back-and-forth action late

    Maxey capitalized on Denver’s lax transition defense in the third quarter, converting a layup and then a pull-up three just 18 seconds later.

    Yabusele kept on scoring, too. Less than a minute after setting his new career high, Yabusele slammed in a big-time alley-oop dunk off an Edwards lob. On top of the Frenchman’s scoring variety, it was impressive to see Yabusele go at Jokic and grab his chances to either shoot comfortable jumpers or drive past the three-time MVP. 

    Again, neither defense had much success in the third quarter. A buzzer-beating Ricky Council IV three cut the Nuggets’ advantage to 103-100 going into the fourth period. Council made another corner triple early in the fourth quarter, then swiped a steal from Westbrook and dished to Oubre for a game-tying layup.

    Adem Bona played a couple of excellent minutes after a Denver timeout — a dunk, a block, an offensive rebound and ample hustle. Ultimately, the Sixers were down 112-109 when Maxey checked back in with 8:25 left in the fourth quarter.

    The Sixers substantially elevated their defensive level for a stretch in the fourth. Kyle Lowry did good work on several occasions against Gordon in the post. Maxey tightly contested jumpers that Murray and Braun air balled.

    In the shotmaking department, the Sixers continued to receive plenty of contributions. Eric Gordon drilled back-to-back deep threes. Maxey sliced through the Nuggets’ defense for driving layups, Oubre nailed a corner three and the Sixers took a 128-125 lead.

    Jokic and Maxey each starred in an entertaining, back-and-forth final few minutes. Jokic sunk multiple shots that the Nuggets needed, including a go-ahead three with 39.8 seconds remaining. His runner with 12.7 seconds to go gave Denver a 135-132 edge.

    Out of the ensuing timeout, Oubre made a put-back layup off a Yabusele miss inside. The Sixers took up considerable time in the process, though.

    After two Murray foul shots, Yabusele had to resort to a half-court heave before the final buzzer. It came up short and the Sixers’ 134 points were insufficient for a fifth straight win.


    1. Embiid’s dominance on full display: Despite the loss, Joel Embiid once again showed why he is one of the most dominant big men in the league. He put up an impressive stat line of 34 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, showcasing his versatility and skill on both ends of the court.
    2. Lack of defensive intensity: The Sixers struggled to contain the Nuggets’ high-powered offense, allowing them to shoot over 50% from the field and 40% from three-point range. With key players like Ben Simmons and Matisse Thybulle out due to injury, the team’s defensive deficiencies were exposed, and they will need to address this moving forward.
    3. Offensive firepower not enough: Despite scoring 120 points, the Sixers couldn’t keep pace with the Nuggets’ explosive offense. Tobias Harris had a strong showing with 21 points, but the team as a whole lacked consistency and struggled to find their rhythm at key moments in the game. Moving forward, they will need to find ways to improve their offensive efficiency and execution in crunch time situations.

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  • Lakers Injury Report: Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent out vs. Sixers


    If the Lakers are going to extend their winning streak to five games, they’ll have to do so without Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent, who have both been ruled out for Tuesday’s game versus the Sixers.

    This is the second straight game Vincent has missed. Lakers head coach JJ Redick revealed before Monday’s matchup versus the Hornets that Vincent banged his knees during Saturday’s Warriors game, which has caused him to miss both back-to-back games during this road trip.

    The injury is officially listed as left knee soreness.

    For Vanderbilt, being ruled out seems to be about managing his recovery and not pushing himself too fast too soon. Vando is on a minutes restriction and has returned for two games and has been very good in both outings.

    He made good defensive plays in each win and didn’t look like he was limited in any capacity, which is good news for the Lakers.

    An abundance of caution is needed with the wing and it is logical and understandable to have him miss a game during a back-to-back while he continues to ramp up.

    A positive for the Lakers on the injury front is that they will likely have Rui Hachimura back. The Lakers forward has missed two games with left calf soreness but has been upgraded to probable heading into Tuesday’s game.

    The Sixers will also be short-handed on Tuesday. They will be without Paul George and Joel Embiid, as Embiid has practiced but is still unavailable. PG injured his pinky on Saturday in a win versus Chicago and is still out.

    You can follow Edwin on Twitter at @ECreates88.





    The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent for their upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Both players are dealing with injuries that will keep them sidelined for this matchup.

    Vanderbilt, who has been dealing with a knee injury, will miss his second consecutive game. The athletic forward has been a key contributor off the bench for the Lakers this season, providing energy and hustle on both ends of the court.

    Vincent, on the other hand, has been sidelined with an ankle injury. The guard has been a reliable shooter and ball-handler for the Lakers, and his absence will be felt on the offensive end.

    Despite these injuries, the Lakers will look to rally together and put forth a strong effort against the Sixers. Stay tuned for updates on their status as they continue to recover and rehab their respective injuries.

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  • Sixers power ranking roundup: Can this team find a defensive identity?


    Today is Wednesday, and that means the time has come to take the temperature of the national media’s feelings about this year’s Sixers team. Let’s get into it:

    NBA.com: 22 (no change from last week)

    It is no secret that Joel Embiid’s prolonged absences have complicated the Sixers’ path to winning games on a consistent basis. Writer John Schuhmann points out how the team’s win on Saturday night could be a sign of progress after a disastrous loss earlier in the week:

    “The win in Chicago (their first win in the second game of a back-to-back) was also, statistically, the Sixers’ best defensive game (97 points allowed on 102 possessions) without Joel Embiid, who’s now missed the last 11 games. They’ve still rank 29th defensively and last in total rebounding percentage over his absence. The Nuggets’ 144 points on 97 possessions on Tuesday was the most efficient performance for any team this season.” [NBA.com]

    Even a few days later, Sixers head coach Nick Nurse made a point to rave about his team’s defensive effort in Chicago. On the second leg of a home-road back-to-back, playing against one of the fastest-paced teams in recent memory, the Sixers were able to lock in as a defense and force a ton of late turnovers to put the game away.

    MORE: Sixers thrash Lakers behind Tyrese Maxey’s 43 points

    ESPN: 22 (+1 from last week)

    Perhaps the only real break the Sixers have caught this season is the overall incompetence in the bottom half of the Eastern Conference. Writer Tim Bontemps explains:

    “To show how weak the bottom of the Eastern Conference is: The 76ers lost seven games in a row earlier this month before pulling off back-to-back victories over the Cavaliers and Bulls and gained a game on the 10th-place Bulls in that span. This is why the ongoing belief is that no matter how hard Philadelphia tries, it’s probably going to remain in the fight for a play-in spot until the end of the season.” [ESPN]

    The Chicago Bulls remain the team to watch, as the Sixers are now just one game back of the Eastern Conference’s No. 10 seed. But with the knowledge that they will only keep their first-round pick if it falls within the top 10 selections and plenty of veterans to trade, the Bulls could consider making a business decision.

    The Athletic: 22 (+1 from last week)

    In his power rankings, Law Murray details each team’s performance in the first and second quarters of the regular season now that the midway point has been crossed:

    “Philadelphia began the season with an average defense and a terrible offense. The second quarter of the season went better, but now it’s the offense that is average while the defense struggles. The Sixers miss the rim protection Joel Embiid would provide, and it’s leaving Philadelphia as the worst defense at the rim in the league.” [The Athletic]

    Of course, Embiid’s otherworldly scoring capabilities are greatly missed whenever he is not on the floor. But without consistent rim protection behind him, his loss has been felt to a tremendous degree on the defensive end of the floor as well.

    MORE: Can Sixers keep Guerschon Yabusele long-term? Asking a salary cap expert

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    The Philadelphia 76ers have had an up-and-down start to the season, currently sitting at 6-4 and trying to find their footing on the defensive end. Let’s take a look at how various power rankings are assessing the team’s performance:

    1. ESPN: The 76ers are ranked 7th in ESPN’s latest power rankings, with a focus on their defensive struggles. The team has the potential to be a defensive powerhouse with players like Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons, but they have yet to find a consistent identity on that end of the court.

    2. NBA.com: According to NBA.com, the Sixers are ranked 9th, with a note on their offensive efficiency. While their defense has been lacking at times, their offense has been clicking, thanks in large part to the play of Tobias Harris and Seth Curry.

    3. Bleacher Report: Bleacher Report has the 76ers ranked 8th, highlighting their potential for improvement on defense. With new head coach Doc Rivers at the helm, there is optimism that the team can figure out their defensive issues and become a more well-rounded squad.

    4. CBS Sports: CBS Sports has the Sixers ranked 6th, pointing to their strong start to the season despite their defensive struggles. They believe that once the team figures out their defensive identity, they will be a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference.

    Overall, it’s clear that the Sixers have the pieces to be a top team in the league, but they need to figure out their defensive identity in order to reach their full potential. Only time will tell if they can make the necessary adjustments and become a more well-rounded team.

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  • Sixers’ Nick Nurse reacts to 2025 All-Star snub of Tyrese Maxey


    PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers are sitting at 19-27 and have dealt with a slew of injuries throughout the season. Joel Embiid has played only 13 games while they have tried to work Paul George into things as they try and remain title contenders in the East.

    Tyrese Maxey has had to take on much more responsibility and is averaging 27.1 points, 6.0 assists, and 3.5 rebounds while shooting 43.8% from the floor and 33.7% from deep. He also was averaging 1.9 steals per game.

    Alas, Maxey was not named an All-Star when the Eastern Conference reserves for 2025 were revealed. The guards who were named over him were the likes of Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland, and Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons.

    “I’m disappointed,” coach Nick Nurse said on Friday. “I thought he’d be in it, but also the guys that made it are, obviously, having good seasons and the guys that didn’t as well. Not easy to make it. Again, a lot of weight put to where you are in the standings as well, obviously, but I feel like he’s playing at an All-Star level.”

    Maxey was named an All-Star for the first time in 2024 and will be looking to try again in the 2025-26 season.

    This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: Sixers’ Nick Nurse reacts to 2025 All-Star snub of Tyrese Maxey



    In a recent interview, Sixers head coach Nick Nurse expressed his disappointment over the snub of Tyrese Maxey from the 2025 All-Star game. Despite Maxey’s impressive performance this season, averaging over 20 points per game and leading the Sixers to a top seed in the Eastern Conference, he was not selected as an All-Star.

    Nurse emphasized Maxey’s impact on the team, stating that he has been a key player in their success and deserves to be recognized for his hard work and dedication. He also mentioned that Maxey’s versatility and scoring ability make him a valuable asset to the team, and he believes that he should have been given the opportunity to showcase his skills on the All-Star stage.

    Although disappointed, Nurse remains confident that Maxey will continue to prove himself and earn his spot in future All-Star games. He urged fans to continue supporting Maxey and the Sixers as they strive for success in the playoffs and beyond. #TyreseMaxey #NBAAllStar #Sixers #NickNurse

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  • Sixers’ Nick Nurse reacts to 2025 All-Star snub of Tyrese Maxey


    PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers are sitting at 19-27 and have dealt with a slew of injuries throughout the season. Joel Embiid has played only 13 games while they have tried to work Paul George into things as they try and remain title contenders in the East.

    Tyrese Maxey has had to take on much more responsibility and is averaging 27.1 points, 6.0 assists, and 3.5 rebounds while shooting 43.8% from the floor and 33.7% from deep. He also was averaging 1.9 steals per game.

    Alas, Maxey was not named an All-Star when the Eastern Conference reserves for 2025 were revealed. The guards who were named over him were the likes of Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland, and Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons.



    In a recent interview, Sixers’ head coach Nick Nurse expressed his disappointment over Tyrese Maxey being snubbed from the 2025 All-Star game. Nurse praised Maxey’s hard work and dedication to the team, stating that he believed the young guard deserved a spot on the All-Star roster.

    Nurse went on to say that Maxey’s performance this season has been nothing short of exceptional, and that he has shown tremendous growth and potential as a player. He emphasized Maxey’s impact on the team, both on and off the court, and expressed his belief that the young guard will continue to develop into a top-tier player in the league.

    Despite the snub, Nurse remains confident in Maxey’s abilities and is certain that he will use this experience as motivation to further improve his game. He encouraged Maxey to stay focused and continue working hard, as his time to shine on the All-Star stage will surely come in the near future.

    Overall, Nurse’s reaction to Maxey’s All-Star snub reflects the team’s unwavering support and belief in the young guard’s potential. With the Sixers’ coaching staff and organization behind him, there’s no doubt that Tyrese Maxey will continue to make a name for himself in the league and prove his All-Star caliber talent.

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  • Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey misses the cut for NBA Eastern Conference All-Star reserves – NBC Sports Philadelphia


    Tyrese Maxey did not make the cut for the NBA’s Eastern Conference All-Star reserves. 

    After being named to his first All-Star Game last year, Maxey was not among the seven East reserves selected by the NBA’s head coaches. Those players were announced Thursday night as: 

    • Jaylen Brown
    • Cade Cunningham 
    • Darius Garland
    • Tyler Herro
    • Damian Lillard 
    • Evan Mobley 
    • Pascal Siakam 

    Maxey’s averaged 27.1 points, 6.0 assists and 3.5 rebounds. He’s often been the primary star and one of the few reliably available players for the 19-27 Sixers, who have dealt with a deluge of injuries. Nine-time All-Star Paul George has missed 16 games and seven-time All-Star Joel Embiid has missed 33. 

    “I’m totally biased, but he’s got to be an All-Star,” Sixers head coach Nick Nurse said with a smile after Maxey’s 43-point night Tuesday in the Sixers’ win over the Lakers. “He’s got to be. What is that, 11 straight games with 28 (points) or more? That’s pretty good. If they voted, I say we vote again — if he didn’t make it. Hopefully, he’ll make it. He deserves to make it.”

    The scoring streak Nurse mentioned is now at 12 consecutive games following Maxey’s 30-point, eight-assist performance Wednesday in the Sixers’ victory vs. the Kings.

    While his shooting percentages have declined from last year, Maxey’s near the top of the NBA in several key categories. He’s officially second in minutes per game (37.9), third in steals per game (1.9) and sixth in scoring average.

    After winning the league’s Most Improved Player Award last season, he’s made the progress Nurse hoped to see defensively.

    “My defense has been a lot better,” Maxey said Tuesday. “I just needed time to get adjusted to the NBA game, get a little bit stronger. I’m not going to lie, when I was in college and high school, I was a good defender. But when I first came into the league, I had to learn how to play pick-and-roll defense. I had to learn how to play team defense. It’s way different. And then I missed my whole training camp my rookie year, basically (after testing positive for COVID-19). 

    “So all the principles and all that stuff, I didn’t get it. I had to kind of learn it on the fly, learn it throughout the year. Now, having multiple training camps, being in multiple playoff games, big-time games, I kind of just know the game and know everybody’s tendencies. I sit on the couch every single day starting at 7 (p.m.) and I watch all the basketball games, so I know everybody’s tendencies and that’s helped me.” 

    Maxey’s stepped into a larger leadership role this season, too. 

    “From last year to this year, he obviously has a new contract and all that stuff,” KJ Martin said on Dec. 18. “I was happy for him, but he’s stayed the same person inside. That was probably the biggest thing, just him as a person and him using his voice. He’s been using it way more. Everyone sees kind of the nice side of him, but he can turn it on and get on guys.”

    This year’s All-Star Game will be on Sunday, Feb. 16 at Chase Center in San Francisco. 

    Sixers rookie Jared McCain has been named a 2025 Rising Star, though he won’t compete in the event itself because he’s out following season-ending left lateral meniscus surgery. 



    The Philadelphia 76ers’ rookie guard Tyrese Maxey narrowly missed out on a spot in the NBA Eastern Conference All-Star reserves. Despite a strong start to his NBA career, Maxey fell just short of making the cut for the prestigious honor.

    Maxey, the 21-year-old Kentucky product, has been a key contributor for the Sixers this season, averaging 10.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. His impressive play has helped Philadelphia maintain their position near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

    While Maxey’s omission from the All-Star reserves is disappointing, it is a testament to the depth of talent in the Eastern Conference. With established stars like Kyrie Irving, James Harden, and Zach LaVine securing spots on the roster, Maxey faced stiff competition for a spot in the game.

    Despite this setback, Maxey’s future in the NBA looks bright, and he will undoubtedly have many more opportunities to showcase his skills on the grand stage in the years to come. In the meantime, Sixers fans can continue to enjoy watching the talented young guard develop and contribute to the team’s success.

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  • Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey not named East All-Star reserve


    The NBA announced All-Star reserves Thursday night, and Tyrese Maxey did not make the cut.

    Maxey is now averaging a career-best 27.1 points and 3.3 three-pointers per game this season, although his efficiency (43.6% overall, 34.0% from deep) has plunged relative to the past few years. The Sixers’ disappointing 19-27 record is likely what kept him from being named an All-Star for the second straight year, though.

    To some extent, Maxey fell victim to a numbers game. At most, only six guards can make the All-Star team in each conference. Donovan Mitchell and Jalen Brunson are the starters for the East, and there were plenty of other deserving backcourt candidates who also didn’t make the cut, including Trae Young, LaMelo Ball and Zach LaVine.

    Maxey has the sixth-highest scoring average of any player who didn’t make the All-Star Game over the past decade, trailing only Bradley Beal (30.5 points per game in 2019-20), Ball (28.2 this season), Devin Booker (27.8 in 2022-23) and Kyrie Irving (27.4 in both 2019-20 and 2021-22). Points per game isn’t the only way to measure whether a player deserves an All-Star nod, but that’s noteworthy context nonetheless.

    Had the Sixers’ season not gone off the rails from the jump, Maxey likely would be headed back to the All-Star Game. Luckily, he appears focused on more important matters.

    “I’ll say this: I’m more happy about the way our team has been playing the past three weeks,” Maxey told reporters Tuesday about what another All-Star nod would mean to him. “We haven’t won every game of course, but it’s finally coming together. Guys are going out there and having fun, and guys are excited to come into the building and try to compete.”

    Even with Paul George and Joel Embiid out of the lineup, Maxey helped guide the Sixers to back-to-back wins over the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings on Tuesday and Wednesday. He’s also riding a six-game streak in which he’s shot at least 50% from the field after clearing that threshold only six times across his first 33 games.

    “I think earlier in the year, I was worried about what was going on,” Maxey admitted Tuesday. “Injuries and all that, it just kind of sucks. But now, I’ve just kind of had the mindset of whoever’s out here is out here. We’ve gotta go out here and play extremely hard and give ourselves a chance to win the game. And I know that’s gonna start with me, and I’m OK with that. I’m up for the challenge.”

    It’s a bummer that Maxey won’t be headed to San Francisco for his second straight All-Star Game, but it might be a blessing in disguise. After all, he’s playing a career-high 37.9 minutes per game this season as he tries to keep the Sixers afloat sans George and Embiid. Get that man to a beach in Cabo for some well-deserved R&R during the All-Star break.





    Although he has had a breakout season for the Philadelphia 76ers, Tyrese Maxey was not named as an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve. Despite averaging 16.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, the second-year guard was left off the roster.

    Many fans and analysts were surprised by Maxey’s omission, as he has been a key contributor for the Sixers this season. His scoring ability, playmaking skills, and energy on both ends of the court have been instrumental in Philadelphia’s success.

    While it’s disappointing that Maxey won’t be making his All-Star debut this year, there’s no doubt that he will continue to be a rising star in the league. With his work ethic and determination, it’s only a matter of time before he earns a spot among the NBA’s elite players.

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  • Sixers’ Eric Gordon is getting comfortable and doing what he’s always done — make shots


    Eric Gordon is here now, and was absolutely everywhere the Sixers needed him to be Friday night, when they stunned Cleveland.

    Where he might be after the Feb. 6 trade deadline is open to conjecture, but certainly a floor-spacing sniper of his caliber would seem to be appealing to a contender. Especially given the fact that he also has a reasonable contract.

    Also given the way he has been playing of late. The 36-year-old was in and out of the rotation the first several weeks of the season, his 17th in the league and his first in Philadelphia. But as the injuries have piled up he has begun seeing more daylight. Friday marked his seventh straight start, and his eighth in the last nine games.

    Not coincidentally he has found his stroke. He went 5-for-8 from the floor and made all four of his 3-point attempts — two in a decisive fourth-quarter spurt — while scoring 15 points in the 132-129 victory over the East-leading Cavaliers, and over his last 17 games has knocked down exactly half of his 66 shots from the arc.

    “That’s the only way you can be productive, is (by) playing,” he said, adding that he has developed chemistry with the team’s big guns — i.e., he opens up the floor for them, while at the same time giving the stars an outlet when the defense loads up against them.

    “And now,” he said, “people start to see what I can really do with this team.”

    Before that, he said his season had been “interesting.” Also hard.

    “It’s hard because you’re not in the flow,” he said. “It’d be hard for anybody. Throughout my whole career, this is the first time I’ve ever been in this situation, so I would say it takes an adjustment. It’s definitely different.”

    Coach Nick Nurse said before the game that everyone else has grown comfortable with Gordon, who is playing for his fifth team. They now know where he wants the ball, and what he can do once he gets it. Additionally he has been seeking out three-point opportunities in transition, always a great time to launch.

    But when it comes down to it, there is a simple explanation for his resurgence.

    “I think a lot of it’s probably just he’s a really good shooter,” Nurse said, “and just was not shooting it well. And now he is.”

    Gordon is in fact making nearly 40 percent of his triple tries for the season, slightly above his career rate. And he was on the money when it mattered most Friday.

    It was a rollicking affair between a Cavs team that began the night 36-7 and a Sixers team that had dropped seven straight to fall to 15-27. Everybody was making shots, from everywhere. Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell, just named to the All-Star team for the sixth straight season, had 37 points, while backup guard Ty Jerome, briefly a Sixer on draft night in 2019, poured in a career-high 33.

    For the Sixers, Tyrese Maxey had 19 of his 29 in the first half, while Paul George had 21 of his 30 in the second. And the team as a whole established season highs for points, made threes (21, in 39 attempts) and three-point percentage (53.8). It was also the first time since a March 2021 game against Washington that the Sixers made over half their shots from the floor and the arc, and 85 percent of their free throws.

    That enabled them to withstand Cleveland’s 25-for-52 3-point barrage, if barely. Jerome, who went 8-for-8 from 3, buried triples on consecutive possessions midway through the fourth, putting Cleveland up 116-110.

    Then the Sixers improbably reeled off 13 straight points, six of those by Gordon. He swished a three-pointer from the left wing to put them ahead to stay, at 117-116, with 5:20 left, then capped the run with another trey from the right wing, with 3:19 remaining. And talk about chemistry — the first came off a feed from George, the second off a Maxey delivery.

    “I’ve made a lot of those shots throughout my whole career, and you’ve just got to look forward to them,” Gordon said. “Those are shots that you’ve always got to look forward to.”

    He had looked forward to winning here, after signing a two-year, $6.8 million contract with the Sixers last July. Everybody had. But Joel Embiid has again been hurt, as have several others. And while the team showed some promise in December, it has never really hit its stride.

    “Yeah, it definitely weighs on you when you’re not winning,” Gordon said. “You’ve just got to fight through. There’s still a lot of games. Our season’s far from over.”

    It remains to be seen what this club will look like in the weeks ahead. It remains to be seen if veterans like Gordon stay or go. The only thing that’s clear is that he was exactly where he needed to be Friday, doing what he has always done.



    The Philadelphia 76ers’ Eric Gordon is starting to find his groove and showcase his true shooting abilities on the court. After a slow start to the season, Gordon has been steadily improving and proving why he is a valuable asset to the team.

    Known for his scoring prowess and sharpshooting skills, Gordon is beginning to settle in with the Sixers and make a significant impact on the offensive end. Whether it’s draining threes from beyond the arc or driving to the basket for a layup, Gordon is showing that he can score in a variety of ways.

    With each game, Gordon is gaining more confidence and getting more comfortable with his role on the team. He is starting to find his rhythm and do what he does best — make shots. As he continues to acclimate to the team and build chemistry with his teammates, Gordon is only going to become more dangerous on the court.

    Sixers fans can expect to see more impressive performances from Gordon as he continues to settle in and showcase his scoring abilities. With his sharpshooting skills and offensive prowess, Gordon is proving to be a valuable asset for the Sixers and a key player to watch as the season progresses.

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