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Tyrese Maxey and James Harden have brief altercation during Cavs game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 4:27 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Tyrese Maxey and James Harden have brief altercation during Cavs game

Summary

During the Philadelphia 76ers' comeback win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Tyrese Maxey and James Harden were involved in a shoving match in the fourth quarter. Maxey later addressed the incident, stating, 'I love him and he loves me.' The 76ers overcame a significant deficit, winning 114-106 after trailing by as many as 29 points. Maxey led the team with 32 points, while Harden contributed 16 points and five assists but had six turnovers. The game showcased Maxey's leadership as the Sixers' home opener began poorly, with fans booing at halftime after the team fell behind by 24 points.

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By the Numbers

•76ers win 114-106 against Cavaliers after trailing by 29 points
•Tyrese Maxey scores a team-high 32 points
•Maxey and Harden scuffle during the fourth quarter
•Philadelphia starts slow, trailing by 24 at halftime
•Maxey shows emerging leadership qualities for the team

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4:27 AMYahoo Sports — It’s all love between 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey and James Harden after scuffle during Cavs game

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Things got tense between Tyrese Maxey and James Harden during the Philadelphia 76ers’ stunning comeback win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The two stars got into a shoving match in the fourth quarter as the Sixers were making their comeback. Maxey addressed the altercation with Harden after the game with a short and sweet statement . “I love him and […] The post It’s all love between 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey and James Harden after scuffle during Cavs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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