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76ers Star Tyrese Maxey Gets Good News vs Cavaliers

As the Philadelphia 76ers worked on closing out their game against the Detroit Pistons earlier this week, the veteran guard Tyrese Maxey had an injury scare. Maxey dove for a loose ball in an attempt to continue running out the…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:27 PM
76ers Star Tyrese Maxey Gets Good News vs Cavaliers
Key Things to Know
  • Tyrese Maxey was omitted from Philadelphia's injury report and is cleared to face the Cavaliers.
  • Maxey had suffered a hand injury scare diving for a loose ball against the Detroit Pistons.
  • The All-Star guard downplayed concerns postgame, asserting his hand was fine despite visible swelling.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey was left off the team's official injury report ahead of Friday's NBA Cup game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Maxey had experienced an injury scare late in a recent contest against the Detroit Pistons after diving for a loose ball and grabbing at his hand.

Despite playing through discomfort in that game, Maxey assured reporters he was fine. He is scheduled to play as the 76ers face the Cavaliers, continuing a strong season in which he is averaging 28.0 points, 5.4 assists, and 3.8 rebounds through nine games.

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