Over the past several seasons, Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid have formed a strong bond and friendship while playing for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Maxi admires and values Embiid a lot and wants the world to know it.
On X, Sam DiGiovanni shared a video of Maxi asking for a standing ovation for Embiid.
He described Embiid as a close friend and someone who has always been there for him and believed in him.
It’s quite clear that these two are more than just teammates.
Tyrese Maxey asked for a standing ovation for Joel Embiid, whom he calls one of his closest friends and thanks for believing in him. pic.twitter.com/qykA8uztPI
– Sam DiGiovanni (@BySamDiGiovanni) 27 September 2024
Maxi joined the 76ers four seasons ago and did not get a lot of time on the court during his rookie year.
He started in only 8 of 61 games and averaged 8 points and 2 assists per game.
He improved significantly in his second year and increased his average to 17.5 points per game.
Last season, Maxi averaged 25.9 points, 3.7 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game and earned Most Improved Player of the Year honors.
He has become the team’s second-biggest star right behind Embiid and they work very well together.
And when Embiid has been hurt, Maxi has done his best to keep the team together and help them achieve success.
The reason Maxi has done so well over the years is because he is working with a partner who believes in him and wants to work with him.
Now they are adding another big piece to their lineup with Paul George.
There is a possibility that George could be the missing player the team has needed for a long time and they could have even more success in 2024-25.
A few years ago, Maxi was only starting eight games and now he’s part of a big three for one of the most important teams in the NBA.
This is because of his own skills, but also because of his bond with Embiid.