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Doc Rivers calls Tyrese Maxey "the most impressive young player" he's ever coached

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Doc Rivers has high praise for former Kentucky star Tyrese Maxey.

In an appearance on The VC Show with Vince Carter this week, Rivers called Maxey “the most impressive young player” he has ever coached, specifically singling out his second-to-none work ethic.

“He’s the most impressive young player I’ve ever had, in 21 years of coaching,” Rivers told Carter. “His work ethic, Vince, is beyond belief.”

Rivers’ comments come after Maxey broke through as a star for the 76ers this season, averaging 17.5 points, 4.