How have the Sixers found their groove over the last week? Their point guard and head coach have made much-needed changes.

The Sixers hung with the Cavs all night, and eventually, were able to walk away with an upset 132-129 win. Tyrese Maxey (29) and Paul George (30) combined for 59 points on the night to lead Philadelphia to a win it needed badly to end a 7-game losing skid.

The 76ers braced for a season full of adjustments when it came to Joel Embiid’s left knee. They did not anticipate this. They didn’t envision unveiling their 28th different starting lineup for Tuesday night’s game against Los Angeles,