Kyle

Lowry

Maxey and the 76ers are now on the brink of elimination, and his production decreased in Philadelphia’s two home games. After shooting 54% from the field in Games 1 and 2 (68 points), Maxey shot 17-of-42 and scored 48 at home. That isn’t terrible, but the decrease becomes magnified when the “supporting cast” continues to offer limited value. Kyle Lowry (7/5/7 with one 3-pointer) shot 1-of-6 from the field, and Tobias Harris (10 points, eight rebounds) was 4-of-10. Game 5 is on Tuesday in New York, with Philadelphia facing a 3-1 deficit.

Melton is set to make his 2024 postseason debut. His nagging back injury has improved enough for him to hit the hardwood and his status will likely reduce Kyle Lowry’s minutes.

Cameron Payne and Nicolas Batum return to the bench due to Maxey and Lowry’s availability for Friday’s game. Neither Payne nor Batum must be held onto in most fantasy leagues, especially on a 15-game night. Oubre, Harris, and Embiid complete the 76ers’ starting lineup.

Martin’s continued absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as he has consistently been on the back end of the 76ers rotation. As for Lowry, he may siphon some minutes away from Cameron Payne, but that isn’t enough to make him a player of value in most fantasy leagues.

While Embiid played 37 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Pistons, Lowry and Martin sat due to their respective injuries. The reigning MVP’s status is most impactful to the 76ers rotation and fantasy basketball, with Paul Reed being the likely replacement if Embiid cannot play. As for Lowry and Martin, their continued absences would not significantly impact fantasy basketball.

The 76ers are down at least two rotation guards for Tuesday’s game, with De’Anthony Melton (back) still considered questionable. The absences of Maxey and Lowry mean more playing time for Cam Payne, who’s worth streaming in active leagues.

Held out of Sunday’s win over the Spurs for rest reasons, Lowry is now on the injury report due to a left knee effusion. The injury change is especially concerning as Philadelphia is not out of the woods regarding their quest to avoid the Play-In tournament. Earning a top-6 seed would get Lowry and Philadelphia’s other banged-up vets valuable rest time before the playoffs begin. As for fantasy leagues that remain active, Lowry has not been particularly impactful, whether he starts or comes off the bench.

Maxey is back on the injury report after playing 54 of a possible 58 minutes in Sunday’s double-overtime win over San Antonio. Given the opposition, Tuesday could be an opportunity for the 76ers to get additional rest for their All-Star point guard. If Maxey cannot play, Kyle Lowry (who did not play on Sunday) or Cameron Payne will fill the void. For fantasy leagues that remain active, Payne offers a higher ceiling.

Despite only playing 21 minutes in Saturday’s blowout win, Lowry will get the night off against the Spurs on Sunday. Cameron Payne should start in his place, where he has had some success recently. Buddy Hield should also take on a few extra minutes.

Maxey nearly recorded a triple-double with 37 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds in his first appearance after a two-game hiatus against the Heat, but he’s back on the injury report. Kyle Lowry (29 rostered in Yahoo leagues) and Cam Payne (5% rostered) will likely start in the backcourt if Maxey sits again.