Tyrese Maxey Leads 76ers vs Pacers Comeback Victory on Wednesday

Tyrese Maxey Inspires Dramatic Comeback in 76ers vs Pacers Showdown

Tyrese Maxey scored 27 points, featuring two critical 3-pointers in the final 90 seconds, to propel the Philadelphia 76ers to a 114-109 win against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Joel Embiid contributed 21 points and 11 rebounds for Philadelphia, which successfully overcame a sluggish start to the second half.

The visiting squad initially grabbed a 62-52 edge at halftime following a halfcourt buzzer-beater by VJ Edgecombe. However, Indiana dominated the third period by scoring the initial 17 points and outshooting Philadelphia 13 to 23 in the quarter, building an 88-75 advantage heading into the final period.

Pacers Roster Adjustments and Key Performances

Indiana played without guard Tyrese Haliburton, who is expected to miss at least two weeks due to a left hamstring strain according to coach Rick Carlisle. Center Ivica Zubac also missed his second consecutive game with a left ankle sprain. Meanwhile, Andrew Nembhard returned from neck soreness to record 18 points and 14 assists. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 26 points and 11 rebounds before fouling out with 12 seconds remaining, and Aaron Nesmith added 18 points.

For Philadelphia, Jaylen Brown posted 20 points and 10 rebounds, Anfernee Simons scored 20 points off the bench, and LeBron James added 13 points along with 10 assists. Maxey tied the contest at 94-all with a layup and put the team ahead for good with two free throws with 5:15 left on the clock, later sealing the outcome with his second deep shot to make it 112-106 with 46 seconds remaining.

Upcoming Schedule

Looking ahead, the 76ers return home to host the New York Knicks on Friday. The Pacers will travel to play against Miami on Friday, though coach Rick Carlisle stated he will miss that fixture to attend his father Preston Carlisle's celebration of life service in Ogdensburg, New York, leaving assistant coach Lloyd Pierce to serve as head coach.

Sources: CBS Sports, USA Today, PhillyVoice.