76ers defeat Pistons with help from three young bench players

Philadelphia 76ers Tyrese Maxey: 28 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers v Detroit Pistons (Photo by Montez Miller/ Tell Us Detroit)

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	76ers defeat Pistons with help from three young bench players By Wendell Bryant tellusdetroit.com DETROIT - The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Detroit Pistons, 111-96. This win is notable given the challenges the team has faced this season, and it's a welcome return to form. Paul George returned to the lineup, but the Sixers were still missing Joel Embiid, Caleb Martin, and Kyle Lowry. They also lost Andre Drummond to a rolled ankle in the first quarter. Despite this, the team scored 37 points in the first quarter, their highest of the year. After the Pistons made a run, the Sixers dominated the third quarter, outscoring Detroit 32-17 to earn their first 20-point lead of the season. This performance showcased the talent on a roster many had high hopes for, even with several key players unavailable. Caleb Martin stepped up significantly, scoring 19 points on 7-of-8 shooting and contributing three blocks. His energetic play was a game-changer. Fellow bench player Council added a season-high 17 points, consistently attacking the rim and drawing fouls. Tyrese Maxey had a slow first half but quickly found his rhythm after halftime, scoring the first 10 points of the third quarter to help maintain a comfortable lead. George, despite shooting 4-of-12, made a notable impact with his playmaking, recording four assists in the first few minutes. His mid-range game will improve with more consistent playing time. He left the game after another minor injury but Coach Nick Nurse confirmed it was precautionary. Overall, this game marked a positive step for a team looking to find its momentum.