Maxey’s smile has made him almost as famous as his blinding speed and sharpshooting ability on the basketball court. As he’s grown into an All-Star and the vocal leader of his team, he’s tried to present himself as more than just a happy-go-lucky guy.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/nba/fastbreak as Kevin Garnett Links Tyrese Maxey to Early NBA MVP Talks. Tyrese Maxey is among one of the most impressive players this season so far.

Tyrese Maxey gives thoughts on Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe after the preseason finale on Friday night.

Yahoo Sports Daily hosts Jason Fitz and Claudia Bellofatto react to Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe’s performances to start the season, which have helped the Philadelphia 76ers to a 3-0 record. Watch the full episode of Yahoo Sports Daily on YouTube or YahooSports.

Tyrese Maxey and rookie VJ Edgecombe have combined for the most points by a starting backcourt through a team's first three games in NBA history, powering the 76ers to an undefeated start.

Edgecombe gave the Sixers a three-point lead by converting two free throws with 14.1 seconds left. He went 0 for 2 on his next trip to the foul line, keeping the door open for a Celtics game-winner, but the Sixers got the stop to ensure his fantastic debut was victorious.

Things would be tough as Philadelphia was missing Joel Embiid and Dominick Barlow in this one, but the Sixers still had Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe to lead the way. The Magic had Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner,