Maxwell Lewis made a triumphant return to the Brooklyn Nets after recovering from a fractured tibia that sidelined him for 20 games. His injury occurred just minutes into his debut on Jan. 1 against the Toronto Raptors, where he had started strong with a three-pointer before the mishap. Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez praised Lewis’s dedication during rehab and expressed excitement for his contributions moving forward.

The Nets are hoping Lewis can integrate quickly into their lineup, especially given the current landscape of injuries affecting other players like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey on the Philadelphia 76ers. With the 76ers missing several key players for their matchup against the Nets, the team’s depth will be tested, but the Nets are also dealing with concerns regarding the health of their own roster, including center Nic Claxton who had been questionable due to an ankle sprain but was cleared to play.