Tyrese Maxey Denies Stephen A. Smith's Story About Doc Rivers Visit
The Sixers guard denied Smith's story following his heated on-court exchange with James Harden.
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey has dismissed ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's claim that the player visited Doc Rivers' residence to express discontent over former teammate James Harden. Maxey, who took to social media on October 23, 2026, explicitly denied ever setting foot in Doc Rivers' home, stating, "I've never even been to DOC house 😂."
Smith's remarks came during an episode of First Take, where he alleged that Maxey's heated exchange with Harden during a recent game stemmed from unresolved grievances dating back to their time together with the Sixers. Smith referenced Philadelphia's playoff loss to the Boston Celtics in 2023, highlighting a specific incident where Maxey allegedly cried in frustration over his teammates' effort levels.
The ESPN personality suggested that Maxey's current altercation with Harden may be influenced by lingering issues from their shared past as teammates. The confrontation between Maxey and Harden erupted in the fourth quarter of a close game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, leading to a 114-106 victory for the Sixers. Despite the physical altercation, Maxey delivered a strong performance with 32 points, outshooting Harden who finished with 16 points, five assists, and six turnovers.
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