Sixers Narrowly Lose to Pistons, Missing Two-Win Weekend
The Philadelphia Sixers fought hard until the final buzzer on Sunday night but fell short in a close 111-108 loss to the Detroit Pistons at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Tyrese Maxey missed a potential game-tying three-pointer at the buzzer.
Game Summary and Key Performers
- Sixers record: 6-4
- Pistons record: 8-2
Maxey was the team's leader with 33 points and seven assists. Andre Drummond contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Pistons. Detroit's Cade Cunningham had 26 points and 11 assists, while Jalen Duren posted a double-double with 21 points and 16 rebounds.
Injuries and Lineup Changes
The Sixers played without Tobias Harris, sidelined due to a right ankle sprain, among other unavailable players. Detroit also missed some key players.
Philadelphia’s starting frontcourt featured Trendon Watford and Drummond. Watford, who turned 25 the day after recording his first NBA triple-double in a win over the Raptors, scored seven points with three rebounds and two assists in this game. Drummond made his first start of the season.
Upcoming Schedule
The Sixers will host the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
"Tyrese Maxey missed a game-tying three-point attempt at the final horn."
"Drummond started his first game of the season."
Despite a strong effort, the Sixers fell just short of pulling off a second consecutive win during a challenging back-to-back stretch.
Author's summary: The Sixers battled fiercely but narrowly lost to the Pistons 111-108, with Maxey’s last-second shot missing and the team adjusting their lineup amid injuries.