Tyrese Maxey is off to a scorching start to the 2025-26 NBA season, propelling the Philadelphia 76ers to a flawless 3-0 record with his relentless scoring. In Monday night’s 136-124 victory over the Orlando Magic, Maxey erupted for 43 points. He now has 111 points through the first three games of the season, second only to Wilt Chamberlain in franchise history in that regard. Without Joel Embiid on Monday, who sat out after limited minutes in the first two games, Maxey shouldered the offensive load against Orlando. His 43 points came on efficient shooting, including 4-of-11 from three-point range. He also dished out eight assists and grabbed four rebounds with just one turnover. In the fourth quarter, Maxey caught fire, scoring eight unanswered points during a pivotal stretch that stretched Philadelphia’s lead to double digits. With just over a minute remaining, he capped his clinic with a three-pointer followed by a slashing drive for a layup, securing a 12-point cushion and sending the Wells Fargo Center into a frenzy. Story continues below advertisement Teammates like rookie VJ Edgecombe (26 points) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (25 points) provided support, but Maxey’s command of the floor—blending pull-up jumpers, transition daggers, and crafty passes—dictated the game’s tempo. Tyrese Maxey vs. Magic 43 points (4-11 3P) 8 assists 4 rebounds 1 turnover The 76ers are 3-0. Maxey is averaging 34.0 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.0 rebounds per game on 45.5% shooting. pic.twitter.com/pQhRiuTHwS — Basketball Diaries (@pistolpetegoat) October 28, 2025 Maxey is reminding everyone right now that he’s fully capable of being the Sixers’ offensive engine. Set to turn 25 years old on November 4, Maxey is locked in with Philly through the 2028-29 season, and there’s no reason they shouldn’t consider him their franchise centerpiece moving forward. Story continues below advertisement With Edgecombe looking way ahead of schedule and Maxey playing like an MVP candidate, the Sixers might be one of the best teams in the East this season, and that’s not even taking into account contributions from Embiid.