?Not Enough?: Despite Thrashing Suns on His Special Day, Tyrese Maxey Fails to Impress 76ers HC

A home game for the Philadelphia 76ers is always a special occasion for the players, who show out for their loyal fans. It was certainly no different when the Phoenix Suns visited, in a game in which the 76ers registered a comfortable 12-point win.??

While the Suns were battling in the absence of their star players, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, Philly was attempting to integrate a potential replacement for James Harden into the role, Tyrese Maxey. It was an insightful match for the young guard, with just one year of contract with the Sixers.

Tyrese Maxey still has unexplored aggression

With the match against the Suns, Tyrese Maxey left some of his potential unexplored according to his Head Coach. After registering a score of 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 10 assists, he still received some constructive feedback. When asked about how Tyrese played in the first half and about his thoughts on Maxey’s growth as a player, Nick Nurse seemed unsatisfied.

He said, ?It?s not enough. He is too good to have a quiet first half. He is got a not get into those moments where he is not more aggressive.? The coach made sure to mention that his views on the shooting guard were not just mere criticism. He added, ?I am just trying to keep him more employed?to be more aggressive. He is too good at beating people off the dribble, he?s too good a shooter to not take more chances.?

With speculations about classifying Tyrese as an All-Star player, one thing is clear: he is an elite-level shooter. With skills not resembling those of a traditional point guard, he is capable of shooting off the dribble and off the catch. These skills work as a positive thing for Joel Embiid, for sure, with his increased paint presence helping out on any potential missed shots. And today being his birthday, the 22-point score compliments the day. Tyrese Maey turned 23 today with a stellar performance on court. However, Maxey has something to worry about since he still doesn?t have the comfort of a full contract with Philly yet.

With these thoughts, Nick also mentioned that the team as a whole is manufacturing plays in such a way that Tyrese Maxey can play the aggressive game.

Tyrese Maxey and Co. vs. the Phoenix Suns?

After outscoring Kevin Durant’s side in the first and second quarters with 25-24, 27-21, the Sixers did witness a dip in the third one against the Suns. However, in the fourth quarter, they went on a tear, dominating Phoenix by 32-25. With a final score of 112-100, the 76ers won the game with a stellar performance. While Joel Embiid registered a tally of 26 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 assists, Kelly Oubre Jr. made a 25-point score with 3 rebounds.

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The Philadelphia 76ers still have to face Boston, who are the only unbeaten team left in the league. Do you think Philly’s start to the season is going to translate into late season playoff victories?

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