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Tyrese Maxey leads 76ers' comeback against Cavaliers in home opener

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Tyrese Maxey leads 76ers' comeback against Cavaliers in home opener
Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 29-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 at home on October 22. After a poor first half, Philadelphia outscored Cleveland 69-37 in the second half, rallying behind Tyrese Maxey's 32 points. Joel Embiid contributed 24 points and seven rebounds, while LeBron James added 17 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists. The win follows the 76ers' season-opening victory in New York and highlights their resilience in adapting to their new roster dynamics.

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  • •Philadelphia 76ers trailed by 29 points before rallying to win.
  • •Tyrese Maxey led the team with 32 points and six assists.
  • •Joel Embiid and LeBron James made key contributions in the second half.
  • •Cavaliers had a strong start but faltered after halftime.
  • •The game was part of the 76ers' home opener for the season.
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  • 1:54 AMYahoo Sports — Player grades: Tyrese Maxey leads 76ers from down 29 to beat Cavaliers
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Tyrese Maxey leads the Philadelphia 76ers from down 29 to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers in the home opener.

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