The Philadelphia 76ers faced a significant setback in their recent game against the Phoenix Suns, suffering a 109-99 defeat at the Wells Fargo Center without key players Joel Embiid, Andre Drummond, and Kyle Lowry. The team's shooting woes were evident as they managed only 39.1% from the field and struggled at the free-throw line, converting just 16 of 26 attempts. Fans expressed their frustration with boos during the game, particularly amid a lackluster fourth quarter.

Despite the loss, Kelly Oubre Jr. made a strong return, leading the 76ers with 26 points and 11 rebounds. Tyrese Maxey also stood out with a game-high 31 points and 10 assists. However, the absence of Embiid and Drummond was felt, particularly in the paint, while the Suns capitalized on their opportunities, with Bradley Beal scoring 25 points off the bench.