History of Tyrese Maxey in Timeline

Tyrese Maxey is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. Before turning professional, Maxey played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. He is known for his scoring ability and athleticism, quickly becoming a key player for the 76ers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1970: Most Points by Rookie in First Start Since 1970

On January 9, 2021 when he made his first NBA start, Maxey scored the most points of any rookie in their first career start since 1970.

1997: Most Points by a 76ers Rookie Since 1997

On January 9, 2021 when he made his first NBA start, Maxey scored the most points by any 76ers rookie since Allen Iverson scored 40 points against the Washington Bullets in 1997.

November 4, 2000: Tyrese Maxey Born

On November 4, 2000, Tyrese Kendrid Maxey was born in Dallas, Texas. He is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA.

2017: Father's Role at Southern Methodist University

During the 2017-18 college basketball season, Tyrese Maxey's father, Tyrone, served as the director of player development for Southern Methodist University, which was one of the schools that attempted to recruit him.

May 2018: Verbal Commitment to Kentucky

In May 2018, Tyrese Maxey made a verbal commitment to play basketball for the University of Kentucky just before his senior year of high school.

2018: Considered Leaving High School Early

After the 2018 season, Tyrese Maxey contemplated leaving South Garland High School early to enter the NBA, but he ultimately decided to finish his high school career.

2018: FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship

In 2018, Tyrese Maxey played for the United States men's national under-19 basketball team at the FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship in Canada, averaging 13 points per game, but suffered an ankle injury during a game against Puerto Rico. He returned for the gold medal match against Canada, scoring two points as the United States won the game 113–74.

2018: South Garland High School First Tournament Appearance

In 2018, Tyrese Maxey, playing as a shooting guard for South Garland High School, helped the team to make their first-ever appearance in the Texas state high school basketball tournament. That year, he also contemplated leaving high school early to play for the Kentucky Wildcats.

2019: South Garland Lost in Texas 6A Region II Tournament Finals

In 2019, South Garland reached the Texas 6A Region II tournament finals, where they lost to Klein Forest High School despite Maxey scoring 25 points.

February 29, 2020: Kentucky Clinches SEC Regular Season Championship

On February 29, 2020, Kentucky clinched the SEC regular season championship with a 73–66 victory over the Auburn Tigers, in which Tyrese Maxey scored 17 points.

April 6, 2020: Maxey Declares for the NBA Draft

On April 6, 2020, Tyrese Maxey declared for the 2020 NBA draft, shortly after the COVID-19 pause that prematurely ended his freshman season at Kentucky.

December 3, 2020: Maxey Signed Rookie Contract

On December 3, 2020, Tyrese Maxey signed his rookie scale contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.

2020: Maxey Enters NBA Draft

In 2020, after his freshman season at Kentucky was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic, Tyrese Maxey entered the NBA draft. The Philadelphia 76ers selected him with the 21st overall pick in the first round.

2021: First NBA Start and Rookie Season

In 2021, Tyrese Maxey made his first NBA start on January 9 against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 39 points. During the season, he averaged eight points per game. The Atlanta Hawks defeated the 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

2021: House Fire

In 2021, Tyrese Maxey's Voorhees Township, New Jersey home caught fire on Christmas Eve while his family was visiting. Fortunately, no one was injured, and the 76ers provided Maxey and his family with housing accommodations and resources.

2021: NBA Summer League and Starting Point Guard Role

In 2021, following the 76ers' playoff elimination, Tyrese Maxey participated in the NBA Summer League. Due to Ben Simmons' refusal to play, Maxey and Shake Milton shared the starting point guard position.

October 28, 2022: Career-High 44 Points Against Toronto Raptors

On October 28, 2022, Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 44 points, making 9 three-pointers, in a win against the Toronto Raptors. He joined Allen Iverson and Hal Greer as the only Sixers players to score at least 40 points in a game before the age of 23. He tied Danny Green and Dana Barros for the most three-pointers made in a game in Sixers history with nine.

2022: NBA Rising Stars Challenge and James Harden Acquisition

In 2022, Tyrese Maxey was named to the NBA Rising Stars Challenge as a member of Team Worthy. The 76ers acquired James Harden, positively impacting Maxey's performance. He finished his sophomore season with 17.5 points per game.

2022: Breakout Performance in the NBA Playoffs

In 2022, during the first game of the NBA playoffs against the Toronto Raptors, Tyrese Maxey had a breakout performance, scoring a postseason career-high of 38 points. The 76ers were eventually defeated by the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

November 12, 2023: Career-High 50 Points Against Indiana Pacers

On November 12, 2023, Tyrese Maxey scored a then career-high 50 points, along with seven rebounds and five assists, in a win against the Indiana Pacers. He dedicated this performance to his teammate, Kelly Oubre Jr.

2023: Saved Season After Embiid Injury

In 2023, Maxey was seen to have saved the Philadelphia 76ers season after Joel Embiid went out due to injury for 2–3 months.

2023: Winner of the 2023-24 NBA Sportsmanship Award

In 2023, Tyrese Maxey was named the winner of the 2023-24 NBA Sportsmanship Award.

February 1, 2024: First All-Star Game Selection and Career-High 51 Points

On February 1, 2024, Tyrese Maxey was named to his first career All-Star Game as an Eastern Conference reserve. On the same day, Maxey scored a then career-high 51 points in a 127–124 win over the Utah Jazz.

April 23, 2024: NBA Most Improved Player

On April 23, 2024, Tyrese Maxey was named the 2023–24 NBA Most Improved Player.

November 21, 2024: Maxey Accuses Embiid of Lateness

On November 21, 2024, during a team meeting, Tyrese Maxey reportedly accused Joel Embiid of regularly being late to team activities.

2024: Most Improved Player Award and First All-Star Selection

In 2024, Tyrese Maxey won the NBA Most Improved Player Award and earned his first All-Star selection. Soon after the 76ers elimination from the playoffs, Maxey earned his first NBA Sportsmanship Award.

2024: Signed $204 Million Contract

On July 7, 2024, Tyrese Maxey signed a $204 million 5-year max contract with the 76ers in the 2024 offseason.

April 9, 2025: Ruled Out for Remainder of Season

On April 9, 2025, Tyrese Maxey was ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a lingering right finger sprain.

October 22, 2025: 40 Points and 7 Three-Pointers in Season Opener

On October 22, 2025, Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points and hit 7 three-pointers in the 76ers' season-opening victory against the Boston Celtics.

January 19, 2026: Second All-Star Selection and Starter

On January 19, 2026, Tyrese Maxey earned his second NBA All-Star selection and was named a starter for the first time, receiving the second most votes in the East.