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Maxey tallied 32 points (12-23 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six assists, three rebounds and two steals across 42 minutes in Thursday's 114-106 win over the Cavaliers.

Although the 76ers went into halftime facing a 24-point deficit, Maxey dropped 15 points on 6-of-9 shooting in the first half. He was less efficient in the second half but pestered the Cavaliers on the defensive end and recorded both of his two steals in the final two quarters. Maxey finished with a game-high-tying 32 points and also tied for the game high in assists. The star point guard has totaled 60 points, 11 assists, seven rebounds, five steals and three blocks through two regular-season appearances.

Brazile won't start Thursday's game against the Thunder.

Brazile got the starting nod in Friday's preseason finale but will slide to the second unit in Denver's regular-season opener. The rookie forward is a candidate to enter the rotation Thursday due to Spencer Jones (hamstrings) being sidelined.

Coward is doubtful for Friday's game against the Warriors due to a left wrist sprain.

Coward is expected to miss Friday's contest after posting seven points, seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 28 minutes in Wednesday's season-opening win over Utah. If he's ultimately ruled out, Jerami Grant, Cam Spencer and Scotty Pippen would all be candidates to see increased playing time.

Stewart (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Stewart wasn't able to go for Wednesday's opener against the Jazz due to an ankle injury suffered during the preseason, but he's been upgraded to questionable ahead of Friday's clash. The Grizzlies will likely monitor him closely in shootaround and warmups to determine whether he can suit up Friday night.

Bassey (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Memphis.

Bassey could miss a second straight game due to right patellar tendinopathy. However, the big man's potential absence wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation.

Carr (oblique) is out for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Carr isn't quite ready to make his NBA debut, but he can continue to be considered day-to-day. His next chance to take the court will arrive Sunday in Utah.

LaRavia (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

LaRavia sustained a right ankle sprain in Wednesday's season-opening win over Golden State and is in danger of missing Friday's contest. If the 24-year-old wing is unable to suit up, Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle and Sandro Mamukelashvili would all be candidates for increased playing time.

Thiero (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Thiero will miss a second straight game, and the young forward has yet to make his debut in 2026-27. His next chance will come against the Jazz on Sunday, but even if he gets the green light, he's not expected to have a sizable role in the rotation.

Jones (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Oklahoma City, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Jones dealt with a hamstring injury during the preseason and will be held out Thursday as a precaution. The 25-year-old's next opportunity to make his regular-season debut will arrive Saturday against New Orleans.

Podziemski (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Podziemski missed the regular-season opener against the Lakers on Wednesday and might be at risk of missing a second consecutive game, but a final call on his availability is expected to be made at some point Friday. If Podziemski isn't able to play, De'Anthony Melton, Gary Payton and Will Richard are all candidates to see more playing time.