Tyrese Maxey MVP talk, ‘box office’ backcourt, and what else they’re saying about the Sixers’ 4-0 start

For the first time in five years, the Sixers are opening the season with a 4-0 start. Here’s everything they’re saying about the team.
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The Maxey-Edgecombe backcourt is ushering in an era of joy

The Sixers are undefeated and playing entertaining basketball every night. The biggest reason: the backcourt of Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.

Player grades: Tyrese Maxey, Sixers knock off Magic, remain unbeaten

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia 76ers played host to the Orlando Magic on Monday night looking to keep things rolling in the right direction. Things would be tough as Philadelphia was missing Joel Embiid and Dominick Barlow in this one, but the Sixers still had Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe to lead the way.

Edgecombe soars to block Banchero and setup Maxey for the fast break bucket

VJ Edgecombe elevated to block Paulo Banchero and spring Tyrese Maxey going the other way in the Sixers vs Magic game.Edgecombe soars to block Banchero and setup Maxey for the fast break bucket origin
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Sixers Bell Ringer: Sixers ride big performances from Maxey, Edgecombe to move to 3-0

Tyrese Maxey’s second 40 piece of the season and 26 from VJ Edgecombe kept the Sixers atop of the Eastern Conference standings.

Joel Embiid, 76ers Bench Were Taunting Wizards Fan After OT Win

Even more importantly for Philadelphia, they got 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists out of Joel Embiid in just 23 minutes. Embiid struggled in the season-opener and sat out the 76ers game on Monday night so any serious signs of life from the injury-prone center is always nice to see.
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