Philadelphia pushed their season record to 9-6 in the Eastern Conference with the win.
The 76ers’ latest victory came in a 123-114 overtime win against the Milwaukee Bucks, adding another strong performance to their campaign.
Tyrese Maxey again stepped up as Philadelphia’s key player, taking control during extra time and leading his side home.
He showed composure throughout, not only controlling the tempo but also making key plays at both ends of the floor. He finished with 31 points and delivered eight assists, putting in a strong performance from start to finish.
Tyrese Maxey drops a career-best 54 points in overtime win against the Bucks
Tyrese Maxey’s form this season has been nothing short of remarkable. He’s putting up numbers that stack up well even against the likes of Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Against Milwaukee, he finished with 54 points, five rebounds, and nine assists while playing a game-high 47 minutes. Sofascore gave him a perfect 10 rating for his performance.
This isn’t the first time Maxey has topped the 50-point mark either. It’s an impressive rise for someone who was taken with the No. 21 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
Tyrese Maxey’s MVP case strengthened by Philadelphia 76ers history
The 76ers have only three NBA titles to their name, but over the years, the franchise has seen plenty of talent pass through.
Maxey has a real shot at becoming their next big star, and winning an MVP this season could be what pushes him into that conversation.
He’s already notched more than five 40-point games in his career, and that detail isn’t just for show. Wilt Chamberlain, Allen Iverson, and Joel Embiid each recorded over five 40-point games in a Sixers uniform before going on to win MVP honours.
If Maxey keeps up this level of play through the end of the 2025-26 season, his first league MVP might not be far off.
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