Then, there's undrafted rookie Justin Edwards who has started two games in a row with the Sixers missing Paul George. Coach Nick Nurse has put his trust in the young man and he has stepped in to produce at a high level. His basketball IQ has, especially, stood out.
Maxey scored 30 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers past the Sacramento Kings 117-104 for their fourth straight victory.
Last summer, the Philadelphia 76ers signed Paul George in free agency, validating their decision to prioritize cap room during an era in which few stars have changed teams that way. Franchise player Joel Embiid signed a three-year extension and cornerstone Tyrese Maxey signed a five-year max contract.
The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly receiving plenty of interest in Guerschon Yabusele and Eric Gordon ahead of the February trade deadline as the
Two Philadelphia 76ers players are reportedly garnering heavy trade interest at the moment, and you might be surprised by who they are. Philly has reason to get involved in the trade market. The 76ers were 17-27 entering Monday - outside of the Play-In looking in - and might want to view this season as a lost cause.
Eric Gordon has returned to form as well, and Ricky Council had a productive game in Delaware then was back for a strong outing against the Lakers.
Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following their rallying win over the Sacramento Kings at home.
Sacramento lost, 117-104, at the Wells Fargo Center, against a 76ers team missing former MVP Joel Embiid and All-Star Paul George, and that was also playing on the back end of a back-to-back.
Tyrese Maxey supplied 30 points and eight assists to guide the host Philadelphia 76ers to their fourth straight win, a 117-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
The Sixers, I’m told, love Guerschon Yabusele. Yet they might soon have a difficult decision to make with the bruising French forward and his $2.1 million minimum contract. League sources
Many newer Sixers have been part of major moments or milestones as opponents of the team. PhillyVoice spoke with six of them about memories against their new team.
Gordon closed Tuesday's 144-109 loss to Denver with nine points (3-4 FG, 3-4 3Pt) and three assists across 19 minutes. Despite a lot of injuries in Philadelphia, Gordon hasn't been able to churn out much fantasy value.