Anthony Edwards texted Maxey to call him a 'filthy bastard' after the Sixers guard put up 54 points this month

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey arguably is the NBA’s hardest-working player this season. His heavy workload sure isn’t hindering his production so far.

Tyrese Maxey had himself a career night on Thursday, dropping 54 points with nine assists, five rebounds, three steals and three blocks in a 123–114 overtime win against the Bucks. The 76ers guard went nuclear in 47 minutes on the court, shooting 18 of 30 from the field, which included 6 of 15 from deep and 12 of 14 from the free-throw line.

Since being drafted 21st overall in 2020, Tyrese Maxey has blossomed into a star-level talent for the Sixers. While he might be the youngest of the roster's star trio, he finds himself leading the charge daily. With Joel Embiid and Paul George still in and out of the lineup, the young guard has taken on the burden of a large role in the offense.

Tyrese Maxey's 54-point night for 76ers features stats never reached in NBA history originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Tyrese Maxey scored a ton on Thursday night for the Philadelphia 76ers in an overtime win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Tyrese Maxey’s 54-point performance vs. Bucks is even crazier considering he played through injury. Here’s how the 76ers star willed Philly.

When he is healthy and right, Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George is still one of the best players on the floor on a nightly basis. He showed that in Thursday's road win over the Milwaukee Bucks when he scored 21 points in 24 minutes, including scoring the game's first 11 points to give the Sixers a spark.

Tyrese Maxey scored 39 points, Paul George had nine points and seven rebounds in his season debut, and the Philadelphia 76ers rallied for a 110-108 victory over the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers.