Philadelphia 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey reacts after scoring during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs, Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia. (Image via AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
The Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is not listed in the team’s injury report for tonight’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. On Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET, the 76ers (13-19) and Nets (13-21) will square off in a crucial Eastern Conference game at the Barclays Centre. As the season draws to a close, both clubs are dealing with serious injury issues and dismal records going into the game.
The lineup for the Philadelphia 76ers is uncertain because star Joel Embiid is still doubtful due to a foot issue. The 76ers, who are ranked 28th in the NBA with 107.2 points per game, have had a difficult offensive season. Tyrese Maxey, who ranks eighth among NBA scorers with an average of 25.5 points per game, has been a bright spot, though.
Similarly, the Brooklyn Nets may be missing a number of important players due to their current roster being thin. Due to an ankle injury, Cameron Johnson, who leads the club with 19.5 points per game, is in doubt. Bojan Bogdanovic and De’Anthony Melton are already absent from the squad; Melton’s ACL injury has kept him out for the season.
Tyrese Maxey of the 76ers (Image via Getty)
The statistics comparison highlights this season’s difficulties for both teams. With an average of 39.3 rebounds per game, the Nets are last in the NBA, while the 76ers are just 29th with 39.6 rebounds per game. Brooklyn, which is sixth in the league with 14.5 three-pointers per game, has found success from beyond the arc. This is a huge improvement above Philadelphia’s 12.0 three-pointers per game.
The teams’ styles differ, according to recent performance indicators. The Nets have struggled more defensively, giving up 113.2 points per game (16th in the NBA), while the Philadelphia 76ers have maintained superior defensive numbers, allowing 111.3 points per game (12th in the NBA). Maxey’s presence on the court is largely responsible for this.
With an average of 19.4 points and 3.3 three-pointers per game over the last 20 games, Cameron Johnson has become Brooklyn’s main offensive threat. With 23.5 points and 5.7 assists per game during this run, Maxey has continued to perform well for Philadelphia.
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When and where to watch Tyrese Maxey play for the 76ers tonight?
The game will be broadcast locally on YES and NBCS-PH, with streaming available on Fubo, subject to regional restrictions. This matchup presents an opportunity for both teams to gain momentum as they attempt to climb back into playoff contention in the Eastern Conference. As a result, Tyrese Maxey’s role is vital for the 76ers.
