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.

Maxey’s remarkable performance came one night after he played 39 minutes in a 121-112 loss to the Toronto Raptors. The 76ers have leaned on Maxey even more heavily because injuries have limited the availability of 2023 MVP Joel Embiid and six-time All-NBA wing Paul George.

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Tyrese Maxey reached an impressive milestone in the team’s overtime win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.

Paul George is among those gushing about Maxey's growth: "This is similar to what Allen Iverson once did for the city."

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.

Tyrese Maxey logró 54 puntos, la mejor marca de su carrera, y empató el duelo al convertir dos tiros libres con siete segundos restantes en el cuarto periodo, para que los 76ers de Filadelfia se impusieran el jueves 123-114 a los Bucks de Milwaukee en tiempo extra.