The Philadelphia 76ers were already preparing to be shorthanded heading into their Wednesday night matchup against the Brooklyn Nets, but losing Tyrese Maxey was an unexpected gut punch.
Just hours before tip-off, the Sixers downgraded Maxey to out, citing a knee contusion suffered in Tuesday’s loss to the Toronto Raptors.
How Long Will Maxey Be Out?
The Sixers have not provided a timeline for Maxey’s return, but there is some good news—after Wednesday’s game, Philadelphia will get a break for the All-Star Weekend, with their next matchup not until February 20 against the Boston Celtics.
🔥 Maxey’s 2024-25 Season Stats (46 Games):
✔ 28.0 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 6.0 APG
✔ 35.0% 3PT, 46.2% FG
✔ First missed game since January 14
Maxey’s absence only adds to the Sixers’ growing list of injuries, as they are also without Joel Embiid, Eric Gordon, Kyle Lowry, and Jared McCain.
Sixers’ Four-Game Losing Streak: Can They Snap It?
The Sixers are desperate for a win, having lost four straight games, including:
❌ Miami Heat (Feb. 6) – Close two-point loss
❌ Detroit Pistons (Feb. 9) – Struggled against a bottom-tier team
❌ Milwaukee Bucks (Feb. 11) – Fell to an Eastern Conference contender
❌ Toronto Raptors (Feb. 13) – Blown opportunity against a rebuilding squad
Now, they face the Nets without their two best players (Maxey and Embiid). Can Philadelphia’s role players step up, or will their losing streak stretch to five?
Final Take: A Crucial Stretch Ahead for Philly
The 76ers need a win desperately, but with so many key players sidelined, it won’t be easy. The next few games could determine whether they stay in the playoff race or spiral further down the standings.
📅 Next Game: 76ers vs. Celtics (Feb. 20)
Will Maxey return after the break? Can the Sixers survive without him? Stay tuned.
