In a recent victory over the Charlotte Hornets, Tyrese Maxey heaped praise on his teammate Paul George. The young point guard posted a worthy 40-point performance during the matchup and helped the already struggling Philadelphia 76ers. With key players like Joel Embiid and Jared McCain sidelined due to injuries, Maxey and George combined for an impressive 73 points, leading the Sixers to a 121-108 win.
However, the Texas-born NBA star took responsibility on his shoulders and scripted the win for his team. Right after the game, Maxey noted how difficult it has been for George to adapt to a new team and system, particularly given the injuries that have plagued both him and his teammates.
“Paul’s good. I think he’s finally getting comfortable, rhythm, it’s hard man. New team, new system, guys in and out, he was in and out, got hurt, came back, got hurt again… He’s been resilient, man,” Tyrese said while acknowledging the mutual effort from his teammate.
Tyrese Maxey on Paul George's impact on him and the Sixers:
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"Paul's [George] good. I think he's finally getting comfortable, rhythm, it's hard man. New team, new system, guys in and out, he was in and out, got hurt, came back, got hurt again… He's been resilient, man."
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His standout performance from the All-Star forward supported the tribute to George, who shot 7-11 from inside the arc and 6-9 from beyond the three-point line. PG scored a season-high 33 points, marking his entry into the top 10 on the all-time threes leaderboard.
Tyrese Maxey Set The Tone For 76ers Victory
The Phillies are in real need of their top-line players, and they couldn’t negotiate with any injuries at the last moment. They need Maxey, George, and big man Joel Embiid to be at their best in facts and figures. As the points on the court give them a push, the bench is where they have to get things sorted.
During the last game, the 76ers’ motivation was on a high note. Assistant coach Rico Hines urged Maxey to set the tone on the court and emphasized the importance of aggression to him prior to the game. The young guard took that message to heart, as evidenced by his impressive 40-point outing. He put out all that he had, and that’s exactly what played in the Sixers’ favor.
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“For myself, I need to smile more and get back to being happy out there playing basketball,” Maxey stated.
THIS PHILLY DUO 🔥
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TYRESE MAXEY AND PAUL GEORGE COMBINE FOR 7️⃣3️⃣ IN THE SIXERS WIN VS. HORNETS‼️ pic.twitter.com/vYrka4piuR
Maxey himself contributed significantly as his 40-point run saw a solid shooting performance that included 6-12 from three-point range and 10-13 from the free-throw line. With his shooting numbers struggling earlier in the season, Maxey’s performance, which included 12-for-28 shooting overall was a vital contribution in securing the victory over the Hornets.
For Maxey, this game was more than just a statistical achievement; it was a return to form and a rediscovery of joy on the court that has been missing at times this season.
