The Philadelphia 76ers received a tough blow as star guard Tyrese Maxey will miss the remainder of the NBA season due to a reinjured sprained right finger, causing pain and swelling. Despite his efforts to return to play, a recent MRI confirmed the extent of the injury, leading the team to announce his season-ending absence. Alongside dealing with a back issue, Maxey had last played in early March and was on track for a potential comeback before this setback.
Maxey's absence adds to the woes of the struggling 76ers, who have also lost key players Joel Embiid and Paul George for the rest of the season. With a disappointing 23-56 record and elimination from playoff contention, Philadelphia is on a 12-game losing streak and has struggled mightily in recent outings. Despite this setback, Maxey's standout performances this season, averaging a career-high 26.3 points along with 6.1 assists and 3.3 rebounds, showcased his potential and earned him a first-time All-Star nod and Most Improved Player honors in the 2023-24 campaign. Fans will eagerly await his full recovery and return to action next season.