Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey has had to take on a much larger role than expected in the 2024-25 season as the Sixers have dealt with injuries to Joel Embiid and Paul George. Not only has Maxey been able to produce on the floor,

The 76ers faced the Cavs for the final time this regular season. Joel Embiid and Evan Mobley were both inactive.

This year – with Embiid hobbled, George shuffling through a succession of injuries and Caleb Martin and Andre Drummond only occasionally available for work – Maxey has had to keep the team afloat. He’s the only thing standing between the Sixers and tanking oblivion.