Maxwell Lewis made a brief appearance in the Brooklyn Nets' 130-113 loss to the Toronto Raptors, scoring his first NBA points before suffering a left knee injury. The 22-year-old forward, who was traded from the Los Angeles Lakers, played just one minute after checking in late in the game. His debut was cut short when Toronto's Jakob Poeltl accidentally stepped on his foot, causing Lewis to collapse and require assistance off the court.

Head coach Jordi Fernandez expressed concern for Lewis, stating the team was focused on his well-being rather than the game outcome. Lewis, selected 40th overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, may miss significant time due to the injury. Meanwhile, D’Angelo Russell had a strong debut for the Nets, scoring 22 points and showcasing impressive skills despite the team's ongoing struggles.