Sixers' Tyrese Maxey Out at Least 2 Games with Finger Injury

All-Star guard to undergo further testing after spraining right fifth finger

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey will miss at least the next two games due to a sprained right fifth finger injury suffered in Saturday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Maxey, who is averaging 29.0 points and 6.7 assists per game this season, will undergo additional testing to determine the next steps for his recovery.

Why it matters

Maxey's injury is a significant blow to the 76ers, who are currently in the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race. The team will need to find a way to replace Maxey's production on both ends of the floor as they look to solidify their postseason positioning.

The details

Maxey suffered the injury in the final minute of Saturday's game against the Hawks, exiting the contest after racking up 31 points, 5 assists, and 4 steals. The 76ers announced that Maxey will miss the team's next two games and undergo further testing to determine the best course of treatment for the sprained finger.

  • Maxey suffered the injury during Saturday's 125-116 loss to the Hawks.
  • Maxey will miss the 76ers' next two games, including Monday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers and Tuesday's game versus the Memphis Grizzlies.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

A 24-year-old point guard for the Philadelphia 76ers, Maxey is a two-time NBA All-Star and is averaging a career-high 29.0 points and 6.7 assists per game this season.

Philadelphia 76ers

An NBA franchise based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that currently sits in the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

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What they’re saying

“Tyrese Maxey is down on the ground after going up for a rebound. He's roling around in a lot of pain.”

— Lauren L. Williams (Twitter)

“Tyrese Maxey is officially OUT vs Cleveland tomorrow with what the team has dubbed a right fifth finger sprain. He will also miss Tuesday's game vs. Memphis, and will have a consultation + additional testing to determine a treatment plan, per the Sixers”

— Kyle Neubeck (Twitter)

What’s next

The 76ers will await the results of Maxey's additional testing to determine the full extent of his injury and a timeline for his return to the court.

The takeaway

Maxey's injury is a significant setback for the 76ers as they fight to improve their playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference. The team will need to find a way to replace Maxey's scoring and playmaking abilities in the short term, while hoping he can make a speedy recovery and return to the lineup as soon as possible.