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76ers' Disappointing Season: Maxey Reflects on McCain Trade

3/5/2026

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The Philadelphia 76ers endured a disappointing season after drafting VJ Edgecombe and pairing him with Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey.
They lost to Spurs, becoming the NBA's first to drop three home games by 40 points or more.
Maxey spoke about former Philadelphia 76ers teammate Jared McCain, who has thrived with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Maxey said he misses McCain and wishes him well, reflecting fan frustration over the trade.

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The Philadelphia 76ers endured a disappointing season after drafting VJ Edgecombe and pairing him with Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey.
They lost to Spurs, becoming the NBA's first to drop three home games by 40 points or more.
Maxey spoke about former Philadelphia 76ers teammate Jared McCain, who has thrived with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Maxey said he misses McCain and wishes him well, reflecting fan frustration over the trade.