Coming off a matchup against the first-place OKC Thunder, the Philadelphia 76ers gear up for night two of a back-to-back. Next up on the schedule is a nationally televised matchup against the New York Knicks.

The NBA trade market could heat up a bit with the calendar turning to Jan. 15. That's because another group of player became trade-eligible after

Tyrese Maxey returns, but the Philadelphia 76ers fall to the New York Knicks at home as the long streak continues.

Despite playing without Karl-Anthony Towns, the New York Knicks managed to take down Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers. A big reason for that was the

For the game, they could be without one of their best players, as All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey is now on the injury report Via Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer: "The Sixers are unable to get a break no pun intended.

Joel Embiid will not play in the 76ers' matchup vs. the Knicks. Tyrese Maxey and Paul George, however, could return from injury.

What is the status of Philadelphia 76ers stars Tyrese Maxey and Paul George as they take on the New York Knicks on Wednesday?

The New York Knicks are taking the quick trip to the City of Brotherly Love to take on the Philadelphia 76ers. The Sixers and Knicks are well-acquainted with one another, especially after meeting in the first round of the playoffs last season.