The lost season allowed the 76ers to uncover who might belong at the back of their rotation in the future. Jared McCain should be back next year after injury. There are positives to find, if you squint. But the flip side of Maxey's answer is this: The 76ers are very, very down.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey won't return this season after re-injuring his sprained right finger. Maxey was ramping up for a return to play, but an MRI confirmed he damaged the finger again. The team said Wednesday he is expected to make a full recovery.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey will miss the remainder of the season due to a finger injury, the team announced Wednesday. Maxey has not played since March 3 because of a lower back sprain and a sprained finger on his right hand.