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Sixers Defy Odds, Remain Undefeated in Thrilling Comeback Victory
29 Oct
Summary
- Sixers trailed by 19 points, then 13 with 5 minutes left
- Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points and had 10 assists
- Adem Bona's defensive masterclass with 5 blocks
On October 24, 2025, the Philadelphia 76ers pulled off an incredible comeback victory against the Washington Wizards, winning 139-134 in overtime. The Sixers trailed by as many as 19 points during the game and were still down by 13 with just five minutes remaining in regulation. However, they showed incredible resilience to fight back and force overtime.
Tyrese Maxey led the way for the Sixers, scoring 39 points and dishing out 10 assists. Adem Bona also played a crucial role, recording a defensive masterclass with five blocked shots, many of which came in the clutch moments. The Sixers' defense, which had struggled for much of the night, suddenly came alive when it mattered most, allowing them to secure the victory.
With this win, the Sixers have now started the 2025-26 season with a perfect 4-0 record. This is only the second time they have achieved such a start since their run to the NBA Finals in 2001. The team has proven that this season will be different, as they have now won a game where they lacked energy and struggled for much of the night.
