Nick Nurse must ease Tyrese Maxey's relentless workload before burnout strikes

Tyrese Maxey is already playing at an MVP level this season. The electric guard has been trusted to lead the Philadelphia 76ers' offense into battle, and it's a decision that's paying dividends for Nick Nurse. However, for a second consecutive season, the Sixers' head coach is reluctant to give Maxey a break. His time on the court will be unsustainable for another year. If something doesn't change soon, Maxey's performances will suffer or, worse, injury will strike.

When things are going this well for the 76ers, it's hard to argue with their head coach's tactical decisions. The team has raced to a 7-1 record while dispelling any myth of teething issues. Each player has executed their role to…