The Philadelphia 76ers have gotten off to a blazing 3-0 start to the 2025-26 NBA season, propelled largely by the tandem of Tyrese Maxey and rookie V.J. Edgecombe. Together they have combined for 186 points through their first three games, the most ever by a starting backcourt in a team’s first three games in NBA history.
In the latest win, Maxey erupted for 43 points and eight assists while Edgecombe added 26 points and seven assists, underscoring both their scoring capacity and playmaking impact. Their strong start is especially notable given that the Sixers have been managing without their star center Joel Embiid in full form, making the back-court’s emergence even more critical.
The standout performances from Maxey and Edgecombe have sparked renewed excitement around the Sixers’ offensive identity and raised expectations for the season. As the team continues to build around these two, the early success suggests Philadelphia may be more than just a contender—they could be a serious threat in the Eastern Conference if the pace and production hold up.
