Observations after Sixers come just short of 2-win weekend, lose tight game to Pistons
The Sixers fought hard until the final buzzer Sunday night but fell short of completing a two-win weekend, losing 111-108 to the Pistons at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Tyrese Maxey missed a game-tying three-point attempt at the final horn. With the loss, the Sixers' record stands at 6-4, while Detroit improves to 8-2.
Key Player Performances
- Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 33 points and seven assists.
- Andre Drummond contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds.
- Pistons star Cade Cunningham scored 26 points and dished out 11 assists.
- Jalen Duren added a double-double of 21 points and 16 rebounds for Detroit.
Injuries and Lineup Changes
On the second night of a back-to-back, Tobias Harris (right ankle sprain) was sidelined, among others. For this game, the Sixers started with a frontcourt of Trendon Watford and Andre Drummond. Watford, who turned 25 the day after his first NBA triple-double, posted seven points, three rebounds, and two assists. Drummond marked his first start of the season.
Upcoming Games
The Sixers will host the Celtics on Tuesday night.
"Tyrese Maxey missed a game-tying three-point attempt at the final horn."
"Watford turned 25 years old the day after his first NBA triple-double."
Summary: Despite a strong individual effort, the Sixers narrowly lost their tight game against Detroit, highlighting the impact of injuries and roster adjustments on their performance.