The Crossover Legacy: From Iverson to Maxey

The Speed and the Record

Tyrese Maxey sits just six made 3-pointers away from surpassing Allen Iverson’s 76ers franchise record of 885 triples. Maxey is currently averaging 3.3 made shots from long range per game this season, which means he should break the record during the upcoming games against the Indiana Pacers or the Miami Heat. He reached this proximity in only 373 games, while Iverson required 722 regular season games in a Sixers uniform to reach his total. Iverson averaged 3.7 long range attempts per game, whereas Maxey averages 6.2 attempts. Maxey earned his second NBA All-Star selection in 2026 and is one of Philadelphia’s leading players, though I find his straight-line speed compared to Iverson’s legacy specifically impressive.

Iverson’s scoring prowess remains legendary, such as when he scored 37 points against the Bulls, shooting 15 for 23 from the field and 5 for 8 from 3-point range. He also recorded 4 assists and 2 steals in that matchup. Maxey is chasing a different kind of legacy, but he is also on the cusp of passing Iverson in other categories. Joel Embiid needs just five made triples to pass Tobias Harris for fifth-most in franchise history with 575.

Officiating the Drive

The NBA’s new points of emphasis for the 2026-27 season target the off-arm push-off, a move that helped players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reach two MVP awards. Officials intend to call offensive fouls if contact is initiated by the offensive player, forceful, and impacts the primary defender’s ability to defend the play. This rule change follows recent playoff instances where officials called push-offs on Gilgeous-Alexander and Jaylen Brown. The league also plans to ban push-off screens to give defenses more opportunity. Players can still "firm up" at the point of contact, but officials will look for excessive extension. I think the new rules will definitely hamper players who rely on that contact to create separation in the upcoming season. Will these officiating shifts fundamentally change how superstars create separation?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the 16th player ever to win multiple MVPs, relies on his 7-foot wingspan and mid-range shooting to excel. He mastered using his off-arm to create space without getting called for fouls, but the league now aims to legislate that advantage. During the playoffs, officials called push-offs on Gilgeous-Alexander in the Western Conference Finals. The difference between a legal shoulder bump and an illegal push-off looks minimal to the naked eye, making this difficult to officiate.

The Langhorne Meet-and-Greet

Fans can meet both Iverson and Maxey on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, at Dynasty Sports & Framing in the Oxford Valley Mall. The event starts at 6 p.m. in Langhorne, and fans must pick up tickets in person starting Sunday, Oct. 25. Iverson’s autograph tickets start at $160 for items up to 16 by 20 inches, while premium tickets for jerseys or equipment cost $200. Posed photographs with Iverson cost $170. Maxey’s autograph tickets start at $200 for photographs or trading cards, but basketballs, shoes, and large posters cost $250 to have signed.

Maxey’s jersey autograph costs $300. You should bring a photo ID and your order number to the store on the lower level of the mall to get your physical tickets. I find the $140 inscription fee for Iverson quite steep compared to Maxey’s $75 fee. The store is at 2300 E. Lincoln Highway, and Entrance 1 is the best way to reach it. If you cannot attend, you can mail items to Dynasty Sports & Framing. Maxey averages 3.3 shots from long range per game, while Iverson averaged 3.7 attempts per game.