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Nick Nurse notices an important difference in Sixers star Tyrese Maxey
Basketball is a kid’s game, at the end of the day. It is meant to be played with joy and happiness whenever anybody steps on the court and laces up the sneakers.
To begin the 2024-25 season, Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey wasn’t playing with that joy. He looked a bit off and it affected everything from his individual game to the team as the Sixers got off to a miserable 3-14 start amid the high expectations placed upon them.
Through the first 17 games of the season, of which Maxey played 11 of them, he averaged 25.7 points and shot only 41.3% from the floor and 31.8% from deep. Over the last 12 games, Maxey’s averaging 26.3 points and his 3-point percentage has gone up to 36% over that span. Most notably, coach Nick Nurse sees his star guard happy again.
“I think that’s naturally who he is, right?” Nurse told reporters. “So when it’s not there, you know there’s something going on with him, and the truth of the matter was, is there was just a lot going on for everybody to start the year including him not playing, probably, the way he wanted to, or up to his capabilities, or the way played a year ago.”
The Sixers had a lot going on to begin the season. There were a slew of injuries, lots of losing, a team meeting, and that is a lot for players to handle. Especially, for a player like Maxey who plays with such joy and tries to battle through all of that stuff.
“Again, some of that bumpy, windy stuff, gets smoothed out,” Nurse added. “He starts playing a lot better, starts making some shots, team just starts playing better, in general, I think is all part of it. It is noticeable that he’s playing more joyful basketball, for sure.”
In a recent interview, Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse shared his observations about Philadelphia 76ers’ rising star Tyrese Maxey. Nurse pointed out a key difference he noticed in Maxey’s game that has been instrumental in his success this season.
According to Nurse, Maxey’s improved decision-making and patience on the court have been evident in his recent performances. The young guard has shown a maturity beyond his years, making smart plays and taking advantage of opportunities when they arise.
Nurse praised Maxey for his ability to read the game and adjust his play accordingly, noting that this level of basketball IQ is rare in a player of his age. He also highlighted Maxey’s composure under pressure, noting that he has shown a calmness and confidence that is impressive for a second-year player.
Overall, Nurse’s observations shed light on the growth and development of Tyrese Maxey as a player, and the impact it has had on the Sixers’ success this season. Keep an eye on Maxey as he continues to make waves in the NBA.
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