The Bullet Dodged: Maxey's Diagnosis Brings Relief
The sports world held its breath after Tyrese Maxey exited Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks following a collision with teammate Adem Bona. Clutching his right hand, the sight sent shivers down the spines of 76ers fans already navigating a season fraught with injuries to key players.
Fortunately, head coach Nick Nurse confirmed the best possible news on Monday, revealing that medical tests showed no fracture in Maxey’s injured right pinky.
Maxey Avoids Worst‑Case Scenario
Medical tests — including X‑rays and an MRI — revealed that Tyrese Maxey has no fractures in his sprained right pinky, the Sixers announced ahead of their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The All‑Star guard sustained the injury late in Saturday’s 126‑116 loss to the Atlanta Hawks after colliding with teammate Adem Bona, immediately leaving the court and heading to the locker room with his right hand cradled under his jersey.
Nurse confirmed that while it’s a relief there are no broken bones, Maxey still needs to see hand specialists to determine the next steps in his recovery timeline. “No breaks,” the coach said, noting that further evaluation will guide how and when he returns to action.
Unwelcome Flashback: Same Finger, Same Concern
Maxey previously suffered a sprain to the same pinky last season, a history that adds an extra layer of concern for the 76ers’ medical staff and coaching staff.
Despite the setback, Nurse said Maxey was in good spirits and is eager to get back on the floor, though the team will be cautious as it evaluates his recovery plan.
