The Latest Breaking News from Tyrese Maxey

PHILADELPHIA — The actual fireworks arrived in Philly throughout July 4th weekend. But not the metaphorical ones that would set the NBA transaction cycle ablaze — at least when it comes to James Harden.

Philadelphia apparently is shutting down possible trades involving emerging guard Tyrese Maxey.

In this trade idea, the Chicago Bulls would land two star players from the Philadelphia 76ers.

PHILADELPHIA — During James Harden’s introductory news conference with the 76ers back in February of last year, two quotes — one from Harden himself, one from someone else — should have given everyone who was paying attention an indication of how his tenure with the team would go.

The 10-time All-Star is looking for another change of scenery. Here are a few deals that could work for everyone involved.

PHILADELPHIA — Let’s start by stating the obvious. In every man’s life, there comes a point where he needs to ask himself if he really is who he thinks he is. Turn on the lights, look in the mirror, put on some Taylor Swift.

PHILADELPHIA — The 76ers' "Scenario A," as president of basketball operations Daryl Morey termed it last month, is re-signing James Harden (presumably after he declines his $35.6 million player option for next season). Not just because the former MVP is still a 20-and-10 player who led the NBA in assists…

“The way the Philadelphia 76ers are moving, they’re acting like James Harden is their top priority, and that’s not it.”

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks own a top-10 NBA draft pick for the first time since they acquired Luka Doncic in 2018.

PHILADELPHIA — I don’t have a problem with Doc Rivers’ getting fired this week. He deserved it. He failed. He had two jobs, and he failed.

PHILADELPHIA — At yet another franchise crossroads, the 76ers need to think big. Bigger even than which coach can draw up the right plays for Joel Embiid and keep a player such as Tyrese Maxey progressing.