Maxey and McCain or “ M&M ” are forging a partnership that could boost the Sixers in Embiid’s absence. Philadelphia’s 3-13 record doesn’t entirely support this claim, nor does the fact that Maxey was clearly overstretched in the leadoff role to start the season and has seen his numbers drop compared to last season’s All-Star campaign, but these are the early days of a burgeoning partnership shrouded in drama. There are signs that the defender’s best basketball is ahead of them. It is true that defenders with small protective players are often ineffective. Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum haven’t been able to break through in the West for years because of their inherent limitations on defense. But Philly’s defender has some advantages that Portland doesn’t.
Offensively, Maxey and McCain could be special. Maxey’s driving ability opens up Philadelphia’s offense. Among players averaging at least 13 drives per game, only Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox (81.3%) produced more points for his team than Maxey (74.8%) in drives. drive that car. Meanwhile, McCain could be a special pitcher. He made 40 percent of his three-point shots, including 47.5 percent on layups and layups. Maxey driving the ball and kicking the ball for McCain was a recipe for success. Instead of Lillard and McCollum, Maxey and McCain may be more similar to Cleveland’s successful duo of Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland. Like Maxey, Mitchell has impressive physical attributes and easily reaches the rim. Garland is thriving as a catcher and pitcher who can also create separation for teammates in the backfield.
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