Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey is making a compelling fantasy MVP case with career-high averages across the board. His recent 25-point, 8-assist, 8-steal game was the first such performance for the franchise since Allen Iverson in 2003. Maxey leads all players in fantasy points behind only Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander this season.

Maxey's production has silenced preseason doubts about his fit alongside Joel Embiid and Paul George. He's averaging 30.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 3.6 three-pointers while shooting 47.5% from the field. With Philadelphia firmly in the playoff race, shutdown concerns from last year aren't an issue, making him a reliable hold for fantasy managers who drafted him in the second round.

The 76ers' offense now runs through Maxey, who earned his first All-Star starter selection. His defensive stats (steals, blocks) have elevated his fantasy value beyond scoring alone. As the team battles for playoff positioning, Maxey's role as the primary creator remains secure, solidifying his status as a cornerstone fantasy asset for the season's stretch run.