Tyrese Maxey will represent the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA Three-Point Contest during All-Star Weekend Saturday, marking the franchise’s first appearance in over two decades. This milestone highlights Maxey’s emergence as a top sharpshooter for the team.
Maxey’s Role in Sixers History and Current Season Performance
Maxey becomes the first 76ers player to participate in the Three-Point Contest since Kyle Korver in 2005 and the sixth overall in franchise history. Notably, the Sixers have yet to produce a winner in this event. In January, Maxey earned a starting spot in the 2026 All-Star Game for the first time, after previously appearing in the 2023-2024 All-Star Game.
This season, Maxey is posting career-best numbers, averaging 28.8 points, 6.9 assists, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.0 steals over 50 games. He is connecting on 38.8% of his three-point attempts and has recorded 26 games with at least four made three-pointers, tying for the most in the league. With 169 three-pointers made this season, Maxey ranks fourth among all NBA players.
Approaching an All-Time Franchise Record
Maxey is steadily advancing toward becoming Philadelphia’s all-time leader in made three-pointers. Currently second with 865, he trails only the Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, who made 885 threes across 12 seasons with the Sixers.
Team’s Schedule Leading into the All-Star Break
The Sixers are concluding their West Coast road trip with a Monday game against the Portland Trail Blazers, holding a 3-1 record after a 109-103 win over the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. Philadelphia’s final game before the All-Star hiatus will take place Wednesday at Xfinity Mobile Arena against the New York Knicks.
“Maxey will be the first 76ers player to compete in the Three-Point Contest since Kyle Korver in 2005 and the sixth player in franchise history to do so. The Sixers have never had a player win the Three-Point Contest.” ?Kyle Korver, Former Sixers Player
“Maxey was named a starter in the 2026 All-Star Game for the first time in his career in January. He also made the All-Star Game in the 2023-2024 season.” ?Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia 76ers Guard
“Maxey’s 169 3-pointers made in the 2025-26 season rank fourth in the NBA.” ?NBA Analyst
Maxey’s participation in the Three-Point Contest underscores his rise as a prominent figure in the league and offers a chance for Philadelphia to break a long-standing absence in this NBA showcase. His progression also signals a potential reshaping of the franchise’s shooting legacy as the team aims for success during the remainder of the season and beyond.
