Tyrese Maxey delivered a late-game surge, scoring 27 points to propel the Philadelphia 76ers to a 114-109 win against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. His performance was highlighted by two successful long-range shots in the final 90 seconds, which helped Philadelphia overcome a massive deficit in the second half.
How the momentum shifted
The game saw dramatic swings in scoring throughout the night. Philadelphia appeared to be in control early, heading into the break with a 62-52 advantage following a halfcourt shot by VJ Edgecombe at the buzzer. However, the Pacers responded with an aggressive third quarter, scoring the first 17 points of the period to seize the lead.
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Indiana eventually extended their advantage to 88-75. During this stretch, the 76ers struggled significantly with their shooting, converting only 5 of 21 attempts from the field. The comeback began in the fourth quarter as Maxey tied the game with a layup and added free throws to put Philadelphia ahead. His second three-pointer with 46 seconds left provided a 112-106 cushion that the Pacers could not overcome.
Key contributors and roster updates
Philadelphia's victory was a team effort. Joel Embiid recorded 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 20 points and 10 boards. Anfernee Simons provided a boost from the bench with 20 points, and LeBron James contributed 13 points along with 10 assists.
For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds before fouling out late in the game. Andrew Nembhard also showed strength in his return from neck soreness, totaling 18 points and 14 assists.
What to watch for next
The Pacers are facing several roster challenges due to injuries. Tyrese Haliburton is expected to be sidelined for at least two weeks with a left hamstring strain, and center Ivica Zubac remains out with an ankle sprain.
Looking ahead, Indiana travels to Miami this Friday. The team will operate under assistant coach Lloyd Pierce, who will act as head coach while Rick Carlisle attends a memorial service for his father in New York.
FAQ
How many points did Tyrese Maxey score?
Maxey finished the game with a total of 27 points.
What was the final score of the game?
Philadelphia defeated Indiana with a final score of 114-109.
