76ers Defeat Bucks 126-106 in Rivers' Likely Final Game

Tyrese Maxey scores 21 points as Philadelphia tunes up for play-in tournament

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:49am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a basketball game, with the players' forms broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes in a vibrant color palette, conveying the raw energy and emotion of the match.An abstract, cubist-inspired illustration captures the energy and intensity of the 76ers' decisive victory over the Bucks in what may be the final game of Doc Rivers' tenure as head coach.Philadelphia Today

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 126-106 on Sunday night in what is expected to be Hall of Fame coach Doc Rivers' final game with the team. Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 21 points, while the Bucks played without All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo. The 76ers will host the Orlando Magic in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday, while the Bucks face an offseason of franchise-altering decisions.

Why it matters

This game serves as a tune-up for the 76ers as they prepare for the play-in tournament, where they will look to secure a spot in the NBA playoffs. The Bucks' loss, coupled with Antetokounmpo's absence, raises questions about the team's future and the potential departure of their star player.

The details

The 76ers were without Joel Embiid, who was sidelined with appendicitis, while the Bucks played without Antetokounmpo. AJ Green set a Bucks single-season record for 3-pointers made with 232, passing Ray Allen's previous mark of 229. Sixers fans loudly booed Rivers, who is expected to depart the team after this season.

  • The game took place on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • The 76ers will host the Orlando Magic in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

A 21-year-old guard for the Philadelphia 76ers who scored 21 points in the game.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

An All-Star and former MVP for the Milwaukee Bucks who did not play in the game.

Doc Rivers

The Hall of Fame coach of the Philadelphia 76ers who is expected to depart the team after this season.

AJ Green

A player for the Milwaukee Bucks who set the team's single-season record for 3-pointers made with 232.

Joel Embiid

The star center for the Philadelphia 76ers who was sidelined with appendicitis and did not play in the game.

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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 game highlights the 76ers' preparation for the play-in tournament and the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks' future, particularly with Antetokounmpo's potential departure. It also marks what is likely the end of Doc Rivers' tenure as the 76ers' head coach.