Sixers summer grind picks up steam as Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. are in the gym for 1-on-1 work, with Zach LaVine also mixing in, signaling a high-gear approach to entering 2025-26. Philly eyes a return to East contention, counting on Joel Embiid’s health and Paul George’s status as key upside cues for the roster and the fantasy landscape. Maxey’s leadership and development pace suggest a notable uptick in playmaking and scoring, while Oubre’s scoring versatility could juice wing totals if the pieces click.

Health is the hinge: Embiid’s durability and George’s availability shape not only the Sixers’ ceiling but also the surrounding fantasy targets. If those stars stay on the floor, the gym-time bet on Maxey and Oubre feels more compelling, with potential ramp in usage, shot volume, and efficiency that fantasy managers should monitor as workouts turn into on-court chemistry.

Cedric Maxwell wore No. 31 for the Boston Celtics from 1977 to 1985, a cornerstone of Celtics jersey lore. A 12th pick out of UNC Charlotte, Maxwell posted 13.7 PPG, 6.6 RPG and 2.3 APG across eight seasons, donning Nos. 30 and 31. He helped Boston claim two championships and earned Finals MVP in that era before a 1985 trade to the Clippers. Celtics pride themselves on 25 retired numbers, with Maxwell’s No. 31 standing as a lasting badge of that title era.

Jalen Williams' rookie season rough patches gave way to All-NBA-level defense and a championship-ready arc for Oklahoma City. He recalls Kawhi Leonard lighting up his first NBA moment and Kevin Durant's fiery return game against OKC, memories that sharpened his two-way approach and leadership.

Three years later Williams anchors OKC's ceiling, translating those early trials into a versatile game and steady fantasy potential. Durant's era-defining nights and the Nets-to-Suns pivot frame the league's high bar and underscore Williams' rise as a high-upside, multi-stat contributor.