Joel Embiid expresses disappointment for Tyrese Maxey after Sixers loss
PHILADELPHIA–The shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers were hit with another tough loss on Saturday when they found out that Tyrese Maxey would miss 3-to-4 weeks with a fracture in his left foot. Considering the injuries to James Harden, Tobias Harris, and Furkan Korkmaz, this is just another injury the Sixers have to deal with.
The loss of all of that offensive firepower led to a tough 112-109 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Sixers got a big boost from Shake Milton out on the floor, but they certainly missed Maxey and his ability to score as well as get others involved out on the floor.
Joel Embiid, who had another dominant night with 32 points, nine rebounds, and six assists expressed disappointment for Maxey after the loss.
“It really hit me when I heard the news about him missing some time, too,” said Embiid. “That’s why even starting the game, I really wasn’t in the game to start the game but that’s why I was trying to really play make and try to get everybody involved and all of that. So, whatever is necessary.”
The Sixers have been dealing with a slew of injuries, but Embiid felt especially bad for Maxey who is one of the hardest workers on the team.
“I just felt bad because you got three of our best players, and Tyrese, someone that puts in so much work every single day,” Embiid added. “That’s why injuries are just, you can’t control it. They’re just unfortunate. I’ve had my share of them. Especially, freak injuries. You just can’t control them.”
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Embiid has certainly seen his fair share of injuries, but it was tough for the big fella to see Maxey get hurt considering what he does on a daily basis with his work ethic.
“I just felt bad for him because he puts in so much work and, he takes care of himself,” he finished. “So, obviously, missing James to the same thing and Tobias being hurt, too. It does suck, but it’s next man up.”
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