Sixers Rally in Thrilling Overtime Win Against Wizards to Stay Unbeaten

The Philadelphia 76ers extended their unbeaten streak to four games with a thrilling overtime victory against the Washington Wizards. The matchup took place on October 28, 2025, at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Despite missing key players Jared McCain and Paul George, the Sixers saw the return of Trendon Watford after his recovery from a hamstring injury. Joel Embiid also made an impactful return to the start lineup after a game off due to load management.

Game Recap: Sixers vs. Wizards

The game started on a competitive note, with Tyrese Maxey showcasing his scoring prowess by delivering 12 points in the first quarter. However, the Wizards built an early lead, finishing the quarter at 40-32. Alex Sarr led the Wizards during this period with a notable 13 points.

Despite a strong performance from Embiid, who scored 18 points in just 11 minutes, the Sixers struggled defensively. The Wizards racked up a season-high 72 points by halftime, putting the Sixers in a challenging position, trailing 72-68 at the break.

Second Half Insights

The third quarter presented more challenges for the Sixers as defensive lapses allowed the Wizards to pull ahead significantly, ending the quarter with a 110-94 advantage. Yet, the Sixers rallied in the fourth, showing determination as they cut the lead to single digits several times.

Maxey and Quentin Grimes played crucial roles down the stretch. A pivotal three-pointer from Grimes tied the game at 126, propelling it into overtime with a 10-0 run to finish the fourth quarter.

Overtime Performance

In overtime, the Wizards initially took a 131-126 lead. However, the Sixers responded by scoring six consecutive points, ultimately taking a 132-131 lead thanks to an incredible putback dunk by Adem Bona.

Bona’s defensive efforts secured the win for the Sixers as he blocked two shots in the final seconds of overtime. Maxey contributed significantly to the victory by sinking 5-of-6 free throws, leading to a final score of 139-134.

Player Highlights

• Tyrese Maxey: 39 points, 10 assists (11-of-25 shooting, 14-of-16 free throws)
• Joel Embiid: 25 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists (9-of-17 shooting)
• Quentin Grimes: 23 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals, 2 blocks
• Adem Bona: 2 points, 5 blocks, 5 rebounds

Maxey’s standout performance, including 23 points scored during the fourth quarter and overtime, showcased his ability to lead the team under pressure. Meanwhile, Embiid demonstrated his offensive abilities, while Grimes offered crucial defensive plays.

This victory not only keeps the Sixers unbeaten but also highlights their resilience and ability to perform in clutch moments. Their next challenge lies ahead as the team aims to build on this momentum throughout the season.