Tyrese Maxey Makes History with 76ers
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Why Tyrese Maxey’s hot start is a great lesson
During one 12-game span where Maxey was healthy and had adjusted to life atop the opponent’s scouting report, he was sensational. He averaged 33.7 points on 65.3% true shooting, numbers that align pretty well with the 33.4 points he’s averaging on 61.8% true shooting in 15 games this season. In actuality, the aberration was the poor play.
Paul George is among those gushing about Maxey's growth: "This is similar to what Allen Iverson once did for the city."
When he is healthy and right, Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George is still one of the best players on the floor on a nightly basis. He showed that in Thursday's road win over the Milwaukee Bucks when he scored 21 points in 24 minutes, including scoring the game's first 11 points to give the Sixers a spark.
Tyrese Maxey had an unforgettable night Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks. In the Sixers’ 123-114 overtime win, he scored a career-high 54 points on 18-of-30 shooting (including 6-of-15 from deep) and chipped in nine assists, five rebounds, three steals and three blocks as well.
The Philadelphia 76ers have been treading water this season with Joel Embiid and Paul George, among others, missing time, but Tyrese Maxey has been the biggest constant.
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Tyrese Maxey Foundation hosts largest turkey giveaway yet, hands out 3,000 meals in North Philadelphia
Tyrese Maxey and his foundation, the Tyrese Maxey Foundation, distributed 3,000 meals to locals in need in Philadelphia on Saturday morning.
Philadelphia hosts the Miami Heat after Tyrese Maxey scored 54 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' 123-114 overtime win over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Through all the losses last season, Maxey’s defensive progress was a silver lining. He’s got quick feet and clever hands, and he’s continued to take pride in his effort. Maxey led the Sixers in both steals and blocks on Thursday.