Tyrese Maxey works on finishing skills ahead of 2026-27 NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Tyrese Maxey is back in the gym, focusing on his finishing ability at the basket. The Philadelphia 76ers guard prepares for his seventh season after averaging 28.3 points, 6.6 assists, and 4.1 rebounds in 2025-26. With LeBron James joining the team, Maxey anticipates more scoring opportunities and better on-court chemistry. He continues to train with his instructor Chris Johnson as he looks to enhance his game ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Maxey averages 28.3 points per game last season.
- •LeBron James's addition changes scoring dynamics for Maxey.
- •Maxey is training with Chris Johnson to improve skills.
- •Maxey enters his seventh NBA season in 2026-27.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers' Tyrese Maxey back in the gym working on his finishing ability
"Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is back in the gym and working on his ability to finish at the basket.
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