NBA: Tyrese Maxey’s clutch shots push 76ers past Rockets in OT

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by News AgenciesJanuary 23, 2026 at 11:56 AM

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Tyrese Maxey's 36 points, including crucial plays in regulation and overtime, led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 128-122 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday. Joel Embiid contributed 32 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists for Philadelphia, while Kevin Durant scored 36 points for Houston in the home game for the 76ers. In other NBA games on the same day, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Washington Wizards 107-97, led by Peyton Watson's career-high 35 points. The Dallas Mavericks extended their winning streak to four by defeating the Golden State Warriors 123-115, with Naji Marshall scoring 30 points. Additional wins were secured by the Trail Blazers, Clippers, and Spurs.

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Washington Wizards ×230% Golden State Warriors ×230% Dallas Mavericks ×230% Amen Thompson 40% Denver Nuggets ×240% Kevin Durant 50% Joel Embiid 60% Houston Rockets ×470% Philadelphia 76ers ×380% Tyrese Maxey ×390%

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