Key Takeaways:
- Tyrese Maxey produced 20 of his 35 total points in the third quarter
- Philadelphia surged ahead with a dominating 14-2 start to the fourth quarter, reaching a 36-point advantage
- Washington suffered its eleventh away defeat of the season, dropping to a 1-11 road record
Third Quarter Brilliance from Maxey
Tyrese Maxey delivered a decisive performance at the Wells Fargo Center, registering 35 points, 20 of them in an electrifying third quarter. Having just come off a stellar 44-point showing, Maxey went 13-of-26 from the field, surpassing 20 points for the twentieth consecutive game this season. In just 29 minutes of play, he also amassed six assists and four steals, underscoring his all-round impact.
SIXERS WIN! 🙏@cryptocom pic.twitter.com/62vugxzu2b
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) December 3, 2025
Following a 66-54 halftime advantage, the Philadelphia 76ers found their lead cut to five after the Washington Wizards opened the third period with a 7-0 run. However, the hosts answered with an 11-2 surge, stretching the lead back to 77-63. By quarter’s end, Maxey’s output matched the Wizards’ collective efforts, with Washington managing just 23 points on 7-of-22 shooting from the floor while Maxey posted 20 himself. He did not feature in the final period.
Philadelphia’s Collective Contribution
The 76ers’ offensive efforts were boosted by Andre Drummond, who tallied a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Reserve Jared McCain contributed 14 points, while Jabari Walker notched 10 points alongside 12 rebounds. Paul George added 11 for the home side. When Maxey reached 100 points for the team with a free throw and just 32.1 seconds left in the third quarter, Philadelphia carried a commanding lead into the fourth. They then accelerated away with a 14-2 run, extending the advantage to 115-79 early in the final frame.
| Philadelphia 76ers – Key Players | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrese Maxey | 35 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Andre Drummond | 12 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Jared McCain | 14 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| Jabari Walker | 10 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| Paul George | 11 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Wizards Struggle to Keep Pace
Tristan Vukcevic led the Wizards with 16 points, supported by Marvin Bagley III, Justin Champagnie, and Will Riley, each of whom scored 13. In total, Washington had seven players register double digits, yet was unable to overhaul Philadelphia’s assertive offence. By halftime, the Wizards were held to 38% shooting overall compared to the 76ers, who converted 9-of-21 attempts from beyond the arc. Jared McCain netted 11 of his points before the break, paired with Maxey’s 15 first-half points for the 76ers.
Philadelphia competed without Quentin Grimes for the first time this season; Grimes has averaged 17 points per game as the team’s third-highest scorer.
Looking Ahead
- Washington host the Boston Celtics on Thursday
- Philadelphia remain at home to meet the Golden State Warriors on Thursday
