Key Takeaways:
- Tyrese Maxey tallied 27 points, highlighted by two crucial late 3-pointers, as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Indiana Pacers 114-109
- Pascal Siakam topped the Pacers with 26 points and 11 rebounds, while Andrew Nembhard posted 18 points and 14 assists after returning from injury
- Indiana was missing Tyrese Haliburton and Ivica Zubac due to injury
Match Overview
Tyrese Maxey delivered a standout performance, scoring 27 points and sinking two three-pointers in the closing 90 seconds to help the Philadelphia 76ers edge past the Indiana Pacers 114-109. Maxey’s pivotal second three-pointer extended the Sixers’ advantage to 112-106 with just 46 seconds remaining, sealing the outcome in the visitors’ favour.
Joel Embiid contributed 21 points and 11 rebounds for Philadelphia, repaying the team’s faith after a shaky start to the second half. Despite trailing by as many as 13 points entering the final period, the 76ers rallied impressively to snatch the victory.
W on the road.
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— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) October 29, 2026
Key Player Performances
Alongside Embiid and Maxey for the Sixers, the game featured notable showings from Jaylen Brown, who notched 20 points and 10 boards, Anfernee Simons with 20 points off the bench, and LeBron James, who added 13 points and 10 assists.
For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam led all scorers with 26 points and 11 rebounds before fouling out with 12 seconds left. Andrew Nembhard made a strong return from a one-game absence, finishing with 18 points and 14 assists, while Aaron Nesmith chipped in with 18 points. The Pacers were without star guard Tyrese Haliburton, sidelined due to a left hamstring strain, and centre Ivica Zubac, who missed his second straight game with a left ankle sprain. Coach Rick Carlisle indicated Haliburton is expected to be out for at least two weeks.
Game Flow and Turning Points
Philadelphia carried a 62-52 lead into half-time, thanks in part to VJ Edgecombe’s halfcourt buzzer-beater. Indiana struggled offensively early, shooting just 39% in the opening half, but responded by scoring the first 17 points of the third quarter to move ahead 69-62. By the end of the third period, the Pacers had established an 88-75 advantage, as the Sixers connected on only 5 of 21 field goal attempts while Indiana converted 13 of 23.
The 76ers mounted their comeback in the fourth quarter, tying the contest at 94-94 through Maxey’s layup before seizing the lead for good on his pair of free throws, making it 96-94 with 5:15 remaining. Maxey and his teammates maintained composure in the latter stages to clinch a hard-fought away win.
| Team | Points | Top Scorer | Most Rebounds | Most Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers | 114 | Tyrese Maxey (27) | Joel Embiid (11) | LeBron James (10) |
| Indiana Pacers | 109 | Pascal Siakam (26) | Pascal Siakam (11) | Andrew Nembhard (14) |
Injury News and Coaching Updates
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle confirmed Tyrese Haliburton will be absent for a minimum of two weeks, while Ivica Zubac missed his second consecutive match with a left ankle sprain. Carlisle also shared that he will not coach Friday’s game in Miami, as he will be attending the celebration of life service for his father, Preston Carlisle, who passed away on October 3 at the age of 96. Assistant coach Lloyd Pierce is set to oversee the Pacers in his absence.
Looking Ahead
The Philadelphia 76ers will return home to face the New York Knicks on Friday. Indiana will travel to Miami, also on Friday, as they continue to contend with significant absences in their rotation.
