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

Tyrese Maxey scores 21 points as Philadelphia prepares for NBA play-in tournament

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:03am

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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 126-106 on Sunday night in what could 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 star player Giannis Antetokounmpo. The 76ers are set to host the Orlando Magic in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday, while the Bucks face an offseason of uncertainty.

Why it matters

This game was a tune-up for the 76ers as they prepare for the NBA play-in tournament, where they will face the Orlando Magic. It also marked a potential farewell for veteran coach Doc Rivers, who is headed to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this summer. The Bucks' loss, without Antetokounmpo, raises questions about the team's future and Antetokounmpo's long-term commitment.

The details

The 76ers were led by Tyrese Maxey's 21 points, while the Bucks were without star player Giannis Antetokounmpo. 76ers center Joel Embiid also missed the game due to appendicitis. Bucks guard AJ Green set a new franchise record for 3-pointers in a season with 232, passing Ray Allen's previous mark of 229 set in 2001-02.

  • The game took place on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
  • The 76ers will host the Orlando Magic in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

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

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The star power forward for the Milwaukee Bucks who missed the game.

Joel Embiid

The 76ers' center who missed the game due to appendicitis.

AJ Green

The Bucks' shooting guard who set a new franchise record for 3-pointers in a season with 232.

Doc Rivers

The Hall of Fame coach of the Philadelphia 76ers who may have coached his final game with the team.

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What they’re saying

“Definitely sooner rather than later in the offseason.”

— Doc Rivers, Head Coach, Philadelphia 76ers

What’s next

The 76ers will host the Orlando Magic in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday, while the Bucks face an offseason of uncertainty surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the team.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the 76ers' preparation for the NBA play-in tournament, as well as the potential end of an era with Doc Rivers' possible departure from the team. The Bucks' loss without Antetokounmpo raises questions about the team's direction and the star player's long-term commitment.