Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey addresses the team's issues int he third quarter and their ability to win close games.

But Maxey credits his ascent into the player he is today to his former mentor and teammate, a former league MVP who showed him the ropes when it comes to being an NBA star. Maxey told The Athletic's Law Murray just how important former 76ers teammate James Harden has been to him throughout his career.

Tyrese Maxey delivered another monster performance, pouring in 39 points as the Philadelphia 76ers stormed back late to defeat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 110-108 on Monday night.

Sixers head coach Nick Nurse provided some updates on both Embiid (right knee) and George (left knee) after the game, including whether or not the two stars could suit up in Friday night's NBA Cup Group Play game against the Pistons in Detroit. Law Murray has added himself to the list of NBA voices to marvel at what Tyrese Maxey is doing right now:

The Toronto Raptors are hoping to get revenge on the Philadelphia 76ers in their next game. The two teams met on Nov. 8 in the City of Brotherly Love, where the

Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points and Andre Drummond collected 14 points and 18 rebounds to highlight the Philadelphia 76ers' 110-108 come-from-behind victory over the visiting Los Angeles Clippers on Monday.

The game was full of disappointments, as Maxey and VJ Edgecombe struggled with their shooting, Kelly Oubre Jr. left after three minutes with a knee hyperextension and, most importantly, the Sixers lost despite the Pistons resting Cade Cunningham and many of their other top players.

Tyrese Maxey gives his assessment of Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe amid a tough stretch on the floor.