Tyrese Maxey won’t just be a spectator Tuesday night.
After suffering a concussion and missing the last four games, the All-Star guard was cleared to return for the Sixers’ rematch against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
Joel Embiid (left knee meniscus surgery), De’Anthony Melton (lumbar spine bone strain) and Robert Covington (left knee bone contusion) remain out. And with Maxey set to return, rookie two-way contract players Ricky Council IV and Terquavion Smith will join the Delaware Blue Coats in the G League. Delaware will begin a four-game series on Tuesday by hosting the Maine Celtics.
Maxey went through a high-paced workout with Sixers coaches following the team’s practice Saturday and appeared in shape.
The Sixers will welcome back its many offensive talents after earning a 79-73 victory on Sunday. While their defensive performance was exemplary, the Sixers had dropped their previous three games without Maxey.