Tyrese Maxey is entering the new season with a clear standard for how he wants his performance to be evaluated: the success of the Philadelphia 76ers.
Coming off a career year, Maxey said he does not want the focus to be on his individual numbers. Instead, he wants his impact to be judged by how the 76ers perform as a team.
Team success takes priority
Maxey’s comments reflect a team-first approach as Philadelphia looks to measure its progress through collective results. While his individual development has been a major part of the 76ers’ recent trajectory, the guard made it clear that personal production is not the standard he is prioritizing.
For Maxey, the next step is tied directly to Philadelphia’s overall performance. After establishing himself with the strongest season of his career, he is placing the emphasis on winning and the team’s ability to meet expectations over the course of the year.