Kofi Inkoom
Sixers talented guard, Tyrese Maxey, had a standout week in the NBA, earning the title of Eastern Conference Player of the Week, as officially announced by the league on Monday.
Maxey, 22, began the ’23/24 season on a high note. He put up impressive numbers, averaging 30.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists with an impressive shooting percentage of .500/.560/.913.
This stellar performance played a crucial role in Philadelphia’s 2-1 record in the first week of the season.
The NBA also revealed the notable contenders in the Western Conference, featuring stars like Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant, De’Aaron Fox, Paul George, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Zion Williamson.
On the Eastern side, Maxey was joined by other deserving nominees, including Jalen Duren, his teammate Joel Embiid, Tyrese Haliburton, Aaron Nesmith, Donovan Mitchell, Kristaps Porzingis, and Franz Wagner.