The Sixers and Nuggets last met 10 days ago in Denver, and the Nuggets delivered a thumping 144-109 victory. Maxey led the Sixers with 28 points, 10 assists, and two rebounds. Nikola Jokic played at a high level with a team-high 27 points, 10 assists, and 13 rebounds.

The Philadelphia 76ers face a tough game against the Denver Nuggets without star Joel Embiid, who is out with a knee injury. Six key players, including Embiid and Paul George, are sidelined, leaving the 76ers with a depleted roster.

The Denver Nuggets are hitting their fourth stop on their five-game road trip. Friday's opponents are the Philadelphia 76ers. Denver desperately needs a win as