76ers Star Tyrese Maxey Sidelined with Finger Sprain

All-Star guard to miss upcoming back-to-back games due to right fifth finger injury

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Philadelphia 76ers All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey suffered a sprain of his right fifth finger and will be sidelined for the team's upcoming back-to-back games as they develop a treatment plan. Maxey was injured late in Saturday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks after colliding with a teammate while going for a steal.

Why it matters

The 76ers are already dealing with injuries to key players like Paul George and Joel Embiid, so losing Maxey, their leading scorer, for even a short period of time is a significant blow as they try to secure a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The details

Maxey will undergo further testing before the team determines a specific treatment plan for his right finger sprain. The 76ers play at the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday and then host the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday, both games Maxey will miss.

  • Maxey was injured with less than 30 seconds left in Saturday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
  • The 76ers play at Cleveland on Monday and host the Grizzlies on Tuesday.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star guard who is sidelined with a right fifth finger sprain.

Joel Embiid

Philadelphia 76ers star center who has been in and out of the lineup this season due to knee issues.

Paul George

Philadelphia 76ers forward who has been suspended 25 games for violating the league's anti-drug program.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This injury to Tyrese Maxey is a significant blow to the 76ers as they try to secure a playoff spot, especially with other key players like Joel Embiid and Paul George already sidelined. The team will have to find ways to compensate for Maxey's absence in the upcoming back-to-back games.