Tyrese Maxey will miss at least three weeks after suffering a tendon injury in his right pinkie during the Philadelphia 76ers loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.
The All-Star guard will be re-evaluated after three weeks following medical testing conducted after the game.
Context: Key Player for Philadelphia
Maxey has been the most consistent performer for the 76ers during the 2025-26 NBA season. The guard has appeared in 61 games, carrying a large offensive workload while several teammates have missed time.
He is currently averaging:
- 29.0 points per game
- 6.7 assists per game
- 4.1 rebounds per game
Maxey also leads the league in total points scored this season and has played heavy minutes for a Philadelphia team dealing with multiple absences.
The injury comes at a difficult point in the season for the 76ers, who currently sit eighth in the Eastern Conference standings, just outside the top six playoff spots that guarantee automatic postseason qualification.
Match Details
Game Details
- • Competition: NBA Regular Season
- • Teams: Philadelphia 76ers vs Atlanta Hawks
- • Arena: State Farm Arena, Atlanta
- • Date: March 7, 2026
- • Final Score: Hawks 126 – 76ers 116
- • Key Moment: Maxey injured right pinkie with 16 seconds remaining
The injury occurred during a late defensive play when Maxey collided with teammate Adem Bona while attempting a steal. He immediately grabbed his right hand and left the game.
Data Box
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 29.0 |
| Assists Per Game | 6.7 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 4.1 |
| Games Played | 61 |
| Total Points | 1,767 |
Verified Source
The injury timeline and diagnosis were first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, with additional medical details confirmed through team updates and reporting from Associated Press and NBC Sports.
Analysis
Maxey’s absence removes the 76ers’ primary ball-handler and leading scorer during a crucial stretch of the season. Philadelphia has relied heavily on the guard’s scoring and playmaking while other star players have missed time.
The team has also been without Joel Embiid, who is recovering from an oblique injury, and Paul George, who has been serving a suspension. With multiple starters unavailable, Philadelphia faces a difficult challenge maintaining its playoff position in the Eastern Conference.
What Happens Next
Upcoming Games
- • March 9 — vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- • March 10 — vs Memphis Grizzlies
- • Later this week — road game vs Detroit Pistons
Philadelphia will rely on reserve guards such as Cam Payne to handle more playmaking responsibilities while Maxey recovers.
Maxey will be evaluated again after three weeks to determine a possible return timeline.
Discussion
Can the Philadelphia 76ers remain in playoff contention while Tyrese Maxey recovers from his finger injury?