Tyrese Maxey’s 2024-25 season is likely over. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Maxey is expected to miss the rest of the season due to a finger tendon injury.
> Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is expected to be ruled out for the rest of the season with a finger tendon injury, sources tell ESPN. Maxey has been sidelined since March 3 and has attempted to rehab the finger, but still is dealing with discomfort and needs treatment. [pic.twitter.com/RXaaD0RXRU](https://t.co/RXaaD0RXRU)
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> — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) [April 3, 2025](https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1907820862712983593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
Maxey last took the court on March 3 against the Portland Trail Blazers, but signs of injury appeared before then, as his perimeter shooting noticeably declined. Now officially ruled out, his season comes to an early end with averages of 26.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.8 steals, and 0.4 blocks over 52 games. Playing 37.7 minutes per game, he shot 43.7% from the field, 33.7% from three, and 87.9% from the free-throw line, though injuries certainly impacted his efficiency late in the season.
As has been said many times this season, it’s been a rough one for the Sixers overall. However, Maxey was one of the few bright spots. After a slow start, he thrived as the team’s primary scoring option, with his best stretch coming in January — averaging 29.9 points, 7.1 assists, and 1.8 steals while shooting 46.9% from the field and 34.4% from three over 16 games. While the circumstances weren’t ideal, these reps as a focal point of opposing defenses should benefit both Maxey and the Sixers moving forward.
While Maxey is primarily known for his scoring, he also made significant strides defensively this season. His steals per game reached a career-high by a wide margin, placing him among the league’s top steals leaders. His improved defensive instincts, combined with his quickness and effort, made him a more well-rounded player — an encouraging sign for his long-term development as a two-way guard.
Maxey had been working toward a potential return this season, as hinted by head coach Nick Nurse. However, that now appears unlikely. In reality, a comeback never made much sense, as the Sixers have seemingly shifted their focus toward preserving a high draft pick. With this decision, Maxey joins Paul George, Joel Embiid, Jared McCain, and Eric Gordon as Sixers who have officially been shut down for the remainder of the season.