Expert recap and game analysis of the Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA game from November 23, 2025 on ESPN.

BOTTOM LINE: The Orlando Magic visit the Orlando Magic in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup. The 76ers have gone 8-7 against Eastern Conference opponents. Philadelphia is eighth in the Eastern Conference with 49.3 points per game in the paint led by Tyrese Maxey averaging 11.1.

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse reacts after a disastrous third quarter led to a loss vs. the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night.

Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points, Paul George had nine points and seven rebounds in his season debut and the Sixers rallied for a victory over the short-handed Clippers.

The Dallas Mavericks organization is staring at a major crisis. The decision to trade Luka Doncic will undoubtedly haunt them for many years to come. Although the Patrick Dumont management has begun taking stock of the situation, this will be an uphill battle.

Paul George made his season debut Monday night, starting for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Los Angeles Clippers.

After the game, head coach Nick Nurse explained that Maxey originally suffered the injury in the first half and was evaluated at halftime, but still managed to suit up and finish the contest. He added that there were no further updates (h/t Austin Krell of On Pattinson).

Philadelphia revived its 2001 colors with Iverson courtside, but Miami’s pace and depth overwhelmed a 76ers team still searching for stability.