Tyrese Maxey is an American professional basketball player currently playing as the starting point guard for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. Maxey is known for his lightning-fast drives to the basket which earned him the nickname "Mad Max," a moniker personally given by his former teammate, Dwight Howard.
Born on November 4, 2000, in Dallas, Texas, Maxey comes from a family with a deep passion for sports. His father, Tyrone Maxey is a former college basketball player, and later pursued a career in coaching. Maxey was a genuine five-star athlete when he led South Garland High School. His impressive achievements include being named Pennsylvania's Gatorade Player of the Year in 2018-2019 and leading his high school team to a state championship in his senior season.
Maxey is renowned for his exceptional speed and quick burst, enabling him to effortlessly bypass defenders. His offensive arsenal includes the ability to drive to the basket with remarkable agility, as well as the finesse to execute stop-and-pop jump shots. Moreover, he has gained recognition for his outstanding proficiency in delivering terrific floaters.
Over the course of his first three seasons, Maxey has displayed a noticeable improvement in his mid-range and 3-point shooting. In the 2022-23 season, he showcased his red-hot shooting skills, boasting a remarkable 48.1% shooting accuracy from the field, including an impressive 43.4% from beyond the 3-point arc. These statistics reflect his growing proficiency as a sharpshooter and a formidable offensive force in the NBA.
Tyrese Maxey NBA Career
Tyrese Maxey has played three seasons in the NBA. The 2023-24 NBA season is Maxey’s fourth season with the Philadelphia 76ers. He was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers as 21st overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
During the 2020-21 season, Maxey was a bench player, and did not receive much playing time. However, when Ben Simmons refused to play for the 76ers in 2021, Maxey was given the opportunity to start, and he seized it with both hands.
In his rookie season, he averaged only a modest 15 minutes per game. In his second season, his playing time surged to a solid 35 minutes per night. This resulted in his scoring averages climbing from 8.0 points per game in rookie season to an impressive 17.5 points per game in the 2021-22 season. Philly fans understood that they had a future star amongst their ranks as Maxey aka ‘Mad Max’ became a fan favorite in Philadelphia.
In Maxey’s third season in 2022-23, his success continued to soar as he emerged as a star player alongside Joel Embiid. Maxey averaged an impressive 20.3 points per game while maintaining remarkable shooting efficiency, boasting a 48.1% field goal percentage and an outstanding 43.4% accuracy from beyond the 3-point line.
The 2023-24 season witnessed an explosive start for Maxey, with an outstanding performance of 30 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, earning him the title of Player of the Week in the opening week. With such an impressive trajectory, Maxey's future in the NBA shines brightly, and he is undoubtedly a player to watch in the years to come.
FAQs
A. According to online sources, Tyrese Maxey’s net worth is roughly $4 million as of November 2023.
A. Tyrese Maxey will reportedly earn $4,343,920 for the 2023-2024 season.
A. Tyrese Maxey is currently 23 years old, as of November 2023.
A. He is a combo-guard that can play both point guard and shooting guard.
A. Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 44 points on October 28, 2022, in a win over the Toronto Raptors.
