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Tyrese Maxey Officially Ruled Out for Remainder of Sixers’ Season

The 76ers confirm Maxey’s season-ending injury, joining Joel Embiid and Paul George in a devastating injury-plagued campaign.

Feb 26, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) brings the ball up court against the New York Knicks during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the second half against the New York Knicks in game one of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 20, 2024 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 111-104. Maxey is listed as questionable for Game 2.
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Overview

  • Tyrese Maxey has been ruled out for the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season due to a finger tendon injury, ending his career-best year with averages of 26.3 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.3 rebounds in 52 games.
  • Maxey’s injury marks the latest blow in a season defined by injuries, with Joel Embiid and Paul George also sidelined for extended periods.
  • The Sixers, holding a 23-53 record, have been eliminated from playoff contention and are now focusing on retaining their top-six-protected draft pick in the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery.
  • Philadelphia has lost nine consecutive games and 26 of their last 30, underscoring the team’s struggles to compete without their All-Star trio.
  • Questions about the Sixers’ management and their handling of player health have intensified, particularly in light of Joel Embiid’s recurring injuries and upcoming knee surgery.