The Philadelphia Sixers fought hard until the final buzzer but could not secure a second win over the weekend, losing 111-108 to the Detroit Pistons at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Tyrese Maxey missed a potential game-tying three-point shot in the closing seconds.
Trendon Watford, celebrating his 25th birthday following his first NBA triple-double against the Raptors, started in the frontcourt alongside Drummond. He scored seven points, grabbed three rebounds, and provided two assists.
The Sixers will host the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
“Maxey led the Sixers with 33 points and seven assists.”
“The Sixers used a starting frontcourt of Trendon Watford and Drummond.”
Summary: Despite strong individual performances, the Sixers narrowly lost to Detroit, highlighting the need for improved late-game execution as they prepare to face the Celtics.