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Maxey closed Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 26 points (9-23 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal in 47 minutes.

Maxey again struggled from beyond the arc and was careless with the rock, coughing up another six turnovers. Through the first two games of this series, Maxey has shot 1-for-9 from three-point territory while tossing away a total of 10 turnovers. He'll need to be better if the 76ers hope to right the ship in Game 3 on Friday.

Grimes produced seven points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 loss to the Knicks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Grimes led the bench in minutes once again. However, he didn't do much with the opportunity, contributing only seven points. With a combined 12 points in the last two games, the 25-year-old will look to turn it around in Game 3 on Friday night. While Grimes can get hot from a production standpoint, his volatility on the scoring end doesn't make him an appealing option for fantasy managers, even with the potential for more offensive opportunities if Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) misses another game.

Hart notched five points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, six assists and three steals in 44 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 win over the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Hart briefly exited Wednesday's game with a hand issue, but he was cleared to return after getting checked on in the locker room and was able to close the match, so he should be fine for Game 3 on Friday. It wasn't his best offensive outing, but Hart did a nice job on the glass and as a playmaker, and he finished with a plus-five plus/minus in the win.

Towns ended Wednesday's 108-102 win over the 76ers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 20 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 27 minutes.

Towns was limited by foul trouble throughout the game, but he made the most of his minutes, pulling down a game-high 10 rebounds and not missing his first shot until the fourth quarter. The Knicks are now just two wins away from making their second straight trip to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Anunoby registered 24 points (9-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 108-102 victory over Philadelphia in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. However, he seemed to suffer a leg injury late in the game.

Anunoby seemed to tweak something in the back of his right leg with three minutes remaining in the match, and after subbing out, he did not return to the game. Coach Mike Brown declined to provide an update on Anunoby's leg issue after the game, simply saying, "he looked like he was hopping," per Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News. For now, Anunoby should be considered questionable for Game 3 in Philly on Friday.

Barlow finished with six points (3-3 FG), two rebounds, one steal and two blocks across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) didn't suit up Wednesday night, but Barlow logged only three more minutes than he did in Game 1. While the 22-year-old didn't do much on the offensive end, he still got involved defensively, amassing two blocks and one steal. With Embiid uncertain for Game 3 on Friday night, Barlow may have an opportunity to continue to see more action. However, even if Embiid misses another game, Barlow will still be tough to trust for fantasy purposes.

Bona finished with two points (2-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 108-102 loss to New York in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Joel Embiid (hip, ankle) didn't suit up for this contest, so Bona saw more action after logging just four minutes in Game 1. While the 23-year-old came off the bench behind Andre Drummond and generated only two points, he still made a difference on the glass, collecting six offensive boards, as well as on the defensive end. With the Knicks now up 2-0 in the series, both clubs will head to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Friday night. If Embiid plays, Bona likely won't be on the floor much. However, if Embiid misses another game, Bona should remain involved, potentially re-entering the starting lineup.

Hart (hand) returned to Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals versus Philadelphia, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Hart injured his hand late in the third quarter and briefly exited. However, it appears the 31-year-old will at least finish the contest, although he will likely undergo further testing heading into Game 3 on Friday night.

Hart exited Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the 76ers on Wednesday due to a hand injury, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Hart injured his left hand late in the third quarter. If he doesn't return, he will finish the contest with two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 32 minutes. Hart was replaced by Landry Shamet, and he should be considered questionable until the team provides an official update.

Bryant (foot) is available for Game 2 versus the Timberwolves on Wednesday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Bryant will be available to play limited minutes off the bench Wednesday. In San Antonio's first-round series with Portland, Bryant averaged 3.2 points and 2.2 rebounds in 9.3 minutes per contest.