Tyrese Maxey in Danger of Missing Sixers-Jazz Matchup

Tyrese Maxey had a limited practice ahead of the Sixers-Jazz matchup.

Dec 28, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives against Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) during the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images | Rob Gray-Imagn Images

On Saturday morning, the Philadelphia 76ers prepared for their Sunday night matchup against the Utah Jazz with a practice session. When it came to group work, the one-time All-Star Tyrese Maxey was not a participant for the Sixers.

Although Maxey didn’t have a full practice session, the Sixers noted that he was going through “individual work.” The fact that Maxey was able to participate in some capacity suggests his season is not in danger of ending prematurely after dealing with multiple setbacks at once.

As far as Sunday’s action against the Utah Jazz goes, Maxey is reportedly unlikely to get the nod to go.

Sixers updates: Tyrese Maxey (back) did individual work today, is unlikely to play tomorrow.

Paul George (groin) missed practice, won’t play tomorrow.

Andre Drummond didn’t practice today because he was sick.

— Noah Levick (@NoahLevick) March 8, 2025

While Maxey hasn’t totally avoided setbacks throughout the 2024-2025 NBA season, the young veteran has been one of the most reliable players in the availability department.

Aside from a six-game absence due to a hamstring setback in early November, Maxey played in 45 out of 47 games leading up to his most recent absence. During that stretch, Maxey averaged 26 points, six assists, and three rebounds.

Mar 3, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) dribbles past Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

For multiple weeks, Maxey played through a finger injury, which clearly affected his play. A back injury against the Portland Trail Blazers earlier this week forced the All-Star to miss some games.

In a home loss against the Blazers, Maxey took a hard fall during the second half. He checked out after seeing the court for 23 minutes. Maxey registered five points, six assists, and one steal during the 17-point loss.

Tyrese Maxey, who was already playing through a finger injury, appeared to hurt his back on this play.

Maxey was slow to get up and off the floor, did so with the help of medical staff and went right back to locker room. pic.twitter.com/auTLA8XGip

— Erin Grugan (@eringrugan) March 4, 2025

The Sixers were set to visit the Minnesota Timberwolves the following night. While Maxey took the trip, he was not cleared to play. The trend continued the following game when the Sixers paid a visit to the Boston Celtics.

With the Jazz in Philly on Sunday, it appears there’s a chance Maxey will miss three matchups in a row. The Sixers and the Jazz are slated for a 7:30 PM ET tip.

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