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Maxey-led Sixers turn Philly boos into cheers in thrilling 29-point comeback

Booed after trailing by 24 at the half, the Sixers rode a game-high 32 points from Tyrese Maxey to erase a 29-point deficit and stun the Cavs 114-106 on Thursday.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 6:23 AM
Maxey-led Sixers turn Philly boos into cheers in thrilling 29-point comeback
Key Things to Know
  • The 76ers completed a franchise-record 29-point comeback to defeat the Cavaliers 114-106.
  • Tyrese Maxey led all scorers with 32 points and added six assists in the victory.
  • The loss represented the largest blown lead in Cleveland Cavaliers franchise history.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 114-106 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. Philadelphia rallied from a 29-point deficit after trailing 69-45 at halftime, marking the largest comeback in franchise play-by-play history and the largest blown lead in Cavaliers history.

After hearing loud boos from the home crowd at halftime, head coach Nick Nurse adjusted the Sixers' defensive schemes to limit Cleveland to 37 second-half points. Joel Embiid hit the go-ahead shot over Jarrett Allen midway through the fourth quarter, while Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell was held to just two points in the final period.

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