76ers Edge Wizards 109-103 in NBA Game

Tyrese Maxey led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 109-103 victory over the Washington Wizards with 29 points, including the game-winning basket with 23.7 seconds remaining. Despite missing key players like Joel Embiid and Paul George, the Sixers initially held a 14-point lead before the Wizards rallied to take a brief 103-101 lead. Guerschon Yabusele contributed significantly with 21 points and a crucial blocked shot late in the game. Washington's Jared Butler and Corey Kispert scored 26 and 23 points respectively, but the Wizards remain the NBA's worst team with a 6-29 record. The game was marked by controversy, including a missed traveling call on Kyle Kuzma that led to a Wizards lead. The Sixers improved to 15-20 as they continue to navigate injuries and roster challenges.