After being eliminated in the first round of the postseason, the Philadelphia 76ers are working diligently this offseason to strengthen their NBA title contention for the next season.
Despite having a 7-time All-Star in Joel Embiid and the rising star Tyrese Maxey, the team is making concerted efforts to improve, especially after signing a third star point guard to their roster.
Tyrese Maxey has been particularly active, sharing his offseason workouts on Instagram, which include dribbling drills and defensive exercises.
However, fans have been particularly intrigued by the noticeable increase in muscle mass on the 23-year-old’s physique. This dramatic change led to widespread speculation and suspicion among fans, with some even suggesting that Maxey might be using performance-enhancing drugs.
The buzz on social media escalated to the point where fans demanded a drug test for Maxey. Responding to these rumors, NBA authorities conducted an unscheduled drug test to determine whether Maxey was on any prohibited substances. The test seemed to be prompted by the online narrative rather than any scheduled protocol.
Maxey himself addressed the situation humorously on his Instagram story. He reshared a post from the user Stadiumliveapp that demanded a drug test, adding the caption, “I really got tested because of y’all!!!!?”
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The random test and the subsequent social media frenzy highlight the intense scrutiny athletes face, especially when there are noticeable changes in their physical condition.
While it is not unusual for athletes to be tested randomly, the circumstances surrounding Maxey’s test were undeniably influenced by the viral discussions among fans.
Despite the distraction, Maxey and the 76ers remain focused on their preparations for the upcoming season. The team hopes that their hard work and strategic improvements will pay off, reaffirming their pursuit of an NBA championship.
